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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T501 RKCMOT history

T501 RKC is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 173,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
173,367 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T501 RKC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T501 RKC was last recorded at 173,367 miles on 14 May 2026, 971 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,396 miles · 23 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
971 miles
Average per year
3,920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,367 miles
  • 2024 – 172,396 miles
  • 2023 – 171,687 miles
  • 2022 – 167,446 miles
  • 2021 – 165,049 miles
  • 2020 – 164,621 miles
  • 2019 – 163,884 miles
  • 2018 – 160,637 miles
  • 2017 – 158,654 miles
  • 2016 – 156,374 miles
  • 2015 – 151,738 miles
  • 2014 – 144,546 miles
  • 2013 – 133,620 miles
  • 2012 – 121,672 miles
  • 2011 – 115,449 miles
  • 2010 – 110,131 miles
  • 2009 – 104,005 miles
  • 2008 – 100,141 miles
  • 2007 – 97,777 miles
  • 2006 – 95,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,367 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Offside/nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking Point

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,367 miles (+971)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    173,367 miles
    Test number
    282570088743
    • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Offside/nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass172,396 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    172,396 miles
    Test number
    870653749881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Fail172,383 miles (+696)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,383 miles
    Test number
    406647539251
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass171,687 miles (+4,241)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    171,687 miles
    Test number
    702686711916
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE

  5. Pass167,446 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    167,446 miles
    Test number
    800693030001
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail167,445 miles (+2,396)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,445 miles
    Test number
    168331404864
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/50 R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass165,049 miles (+428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    165,049 miles
    Test number
    574077246305
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking Point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass164,621 miles (+737)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    164,621 miles
    Test number
    378018121782
    • AdvisoryNear/side rear jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOff/side front headlight lens damage

  9. Pass163,884 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    163,884 miles
    Test number
    996055809364
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Fail163,884 miles (+3,247)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,884 miles
    Test number
    297404561956
    • MajorEmissions not tested moisture in exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Pass160,637 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    160,637 miles
    Test number
    423694447056
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail160,637 miles (+1,983)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,637 miles
    Test number
    377251353811
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass158,654 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    158,654 miles
    Test number
    748587571268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion floor jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside head lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail158,636 miles (+2,262)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,636 miles
    Test number
    269252788065
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion floor jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside head lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass156,374 miles (+4,636)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    156,374 miles
    Test number
    611457074403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass151,738 miles (+7,192)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    151,738 miles
    Test number
    133450599832
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass144,546 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    144,546 miles
    Test number
    225035774294
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail144,546 miles (+10,926)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,546 miles
    Test number
    855824674287
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureInner Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  19. Pass133,620 miles (+2)11 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    133,620 miles
    Test number
    696299403378
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting bracket missing but system stll adequately supported

  20. Fail133,618 miles (+11,946)1 failure11 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,618 miles
    Test number
    979225803340
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting bracket missing but system stll adequately supported

  21. Pass121,672 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    121,672 miles
    Test number
    457324682203
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail121,672 miles (+6,223)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,672 miles
    Test number
    937394682258
    • DangerousCentre Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail115,449 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,449 miles
    Test number
    179683381277
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass115,449 miles (+5,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    115,449 miles
    Test number
    576563281256
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass110,131 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    110,131 miles
    Test number
    830584870241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail110,130 miles (+6,125)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,130 miles
    Test number
    664514870281
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass104,005 miles (+3,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    104,005 miles
    Test number
    993171389200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Pass100,141 miles (+2,364)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    100,141 miles
    Test number
    843728388230
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/r inner sidelamp inop.
    • NoteN/s/r lens unit full of water.

  29. Pass97,777 miles (+2,566)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    97,777 miles
    Test number
    473607157123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass95,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    95,211 miles
    Test number
    884796856100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T501 RKC

Does T501 RKC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T501 RKC is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T501 RKC?
The MOT on T501 RKC is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T501 RKC done?
T501 RKC was recorded at 173,367 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 3,920 miles a year.
Has T501 RKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T501 RKC has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T501 RKC 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 T501 RKC find?
T501 RKC passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside/nearside; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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