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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

T4 VUCMOT history

T4 VUC is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 155,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
155,602 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 VUC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 VUC was last recorded at 155,602 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 10,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,365 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,237 miles
Average per year
9,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,602 miles
  • 2024 – 145,365 miles
  • 2023 – 126,241 miles
  • 2022 – 114,756 miles
  • 2021 – 108,661 miles
  • 2020 – 96,914 miles
  • 2019 – 88,334 miles
  • 2018 – 79,949 miles
  • 2017 – 70,841 miles
  • 2016 – 59,862 miles
  • 2015 – 50,267 miles
  • 2014 – 41,560 miles
  • 2013 – 34,027 miles
  • 2012 – 23,239 miles
  • 2011 – 16,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,602 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp slightly damadged (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Unable to Inspect Full Extent of Oil Leak Due to Large Undertray Fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Lots of Damage to Front Windscreen. Some Damage in Zone A. Smaller than 10mm.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both front brake hoses are slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,602 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    155,602 miles
    Test number
    349953646269
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp slightly damadged (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail155,598 miles (+10,233)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,598 miles
    Test number
    609673189616
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp slightly damadged (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass145,365 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    145,365 miles
    Test number
    237891600877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail145,363 miles (+19,122)1 dangerous11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,363 miles
    Test number
    833446820259
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn middle arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn middle arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass126,241 miles (+11,485)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    126,241 miles
    Test number
    286920943047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass114,756 miles (+6,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    114,756 miles
    Test number
    611694722466
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass108,661 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,661 miles
    Test number
    299728490455
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Lots of Damage to Front Windscreen. Some Damage in Zone A. Smaller than 10mm. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Unable to Inspect Full Extent of Oil Leak Due to Large Undertray Fitted. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail108,660 miles (+11,746)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,660 miles
    Test number
    353788131593
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner Edge Worn to Cords in 2 Separate Locations. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Lots of Damage to Front Windscreen. Some Damage in Zone A. Smaller than 10mm. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Unable to Inspect Full Extent of Oil Leak Due to Large Undertray Fitted. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass96,914 miles (+226)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,914 miles
    Test number
    195691219753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail96,688 miles (+8,354)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,688 miles
    Test number
    223179807560
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass88,334 miles (+8,385)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,334 miles
    Test number
    662241702826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass79,949 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    79,949 miles
    Test number
    457319681664
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are slightly deteriorated
  13. Fail79,889 miles (+9,048)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,889 miles
    Test number
    952994474661
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured on the inside, marked yellow (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured on the inside, marked yellow (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  14. Pass70,841 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,841 miles
    Test number
    142407658296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  15. Fail70,798 miles (+10,936)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,798 miles
    Test number
    447374701557
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  16. Pass59,862 miles (+9,595)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,862 miles
    Test number
    791512596096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,267 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,267 miles
    Test number
    906386921693
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryAdvise unable to test rear seat belts as child seats fitted
  18. Fail50,200 miles (+8,640)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,200 miles
    Test number
    512595043226
    • FailureFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryAdvise unable to test rear seat belts as child seats fitted
  19. Pass41,560 miles (+7,533)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    41,560 miles
    Test number
    535754324231
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass34,027 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    34,027 miles
    Test number
    959632253280
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged.
  21. Fail34,021 miles (+10,782)2 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,021 miles
    Test number
    175240053214
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged.
  22. Pass23,239 miles (+74)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    23,239 miles
    Test number
    366873512209
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre,outer tyre wall is worn/damaged
    • NoteOffside front jacking block is missing
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on the edges
  23. Fail23,165 miles (+7,098)1 dangerous4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,165 miles
    Test number
    137049502218
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre,outer tyre wall is worn/damaged
    • NoteOffside front jacking block is missing
  24. Pass16,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    16,067 miles
    Test number
    338352041261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 VUC

Does T4 VUC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 VUC is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T4 VUC?
The MOT on T4 VUC is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 VUC done?
T4 VUC was recorded at 155,602 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 9,797 miles a year.
Has T4 VUC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 VUC has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 VUC 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 VUC find?
T4 VUC passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear all position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp slightly damadged; oil leak, but not excessive.

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