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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,993 cc

T4 OBRMOT history

T4 OBR is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 103,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
103,558 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 OBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
10 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 OBR was last recorded at 103,558 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,544 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
6,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,558 miles
  • 2025 – 97,966 miles
  • 2024 – 90,676 miles
  • 2023 – 83,353 miles
  • 2022 – 74,802 miles
  • 2021 – 63,505 miles
  • 2020 – 51,173 miles
  • 2019 – 39,837 miles
  • 2018 – 28,375 miles
  • 2016 – 23,829 miles
  • 2015 – 20,285 miles
  • 2014 – 18,688 miles
  • 2013 – 12,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,558 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low and bald inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low and bald inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,558 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    103,558 miles
    Test number
    303286734334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail103,544 miles (+5,578)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,544 miles
    Test number
    434021122492
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has high travel
  3. Pass97,966 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    97,966 miles
    Test number
    130361365680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail97,965 miles (+7,289)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,965 miles
    Test number
    499629838710
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass90,676 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    90,676 miles
    Test number
    373205123198
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail90,676 miles (+7,323)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,676 miles
    Test number
    312452177372
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass83,353 miles (+8,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    83,353 miles
    Test number
    836079802074
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass74,802 miles (+11,297)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    74,802 miles
    Test number
    348756447028
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted limits inspection
  9. Pass63,505 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,505 miles
    Test number
    973938324905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail63,497 miles (+12,324)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,497 miles
    Test number
    290738821499
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  11. Pass51,173 miles (+11,336)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,173 miles
    Test number
    781165569165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,837 miles (+3,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,837 miles
    Test number
    982946915403
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring full inspection
  13. Pass36,205 miles (+7,830)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    36,205 miles
    Test number
    645841986937
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  14. Pass28,375 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    28,375 miles
    Test number
    573159427623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail28,375 miles (+4,546)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,375 miles
    Test number
    252512449596
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass23,829 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    23,829 miles
    Test number
    967492861431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail23,828 miles (+3,543)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,828 miles
    Test number
    498171100016
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked 6 cracks in near side rear wheel rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked 2 cracks in offside rear wheel rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass20,285 miles (+1,597)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    20,285 miles
    Test number
    966811565115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,688 miles (+6,056)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    18,688 miles
    Test number
    516447154120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre has small splits to inner sidewall
  20. Pass12,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    12,632 miles
    Test number
    219886133182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 OBR

Does T4 OBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 OBR is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 OBR?
The MOT on T4 OBR is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 OBR done?
T4 OBR was recorded at 103,558 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 6,867 miles a year.
Has T4 OBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 OBR has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 OBR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T4 OBR find?
T4 OBR passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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