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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

T55 AKMMOT history

T55 AKM is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 126,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
126,510 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 AKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
18 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 AKM was last recorded at 126,510 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 4,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,931 miles · 13 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
4,579 miles
Average per year
6,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,510 miles
  • 2023 – 121,931 miles
  • 2022 – 113,448 miles
  • 2021 – 102,658 miles
  • 2020 – 95,758 miles
  • 2019 – 88,482 miles
  • 2018 – 81,733 miles
  • 2017 – 75,325 miles
  • 2016 – 69,327 miles
  • 2015 – 62,811 miles
  • 2014 – 55,380 miles
  • 2013 – 48,676 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,510 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front exhaust clamp fractured - no leak at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency requirements only just met

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front and offside front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,510 miles (+4,579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    126,510 miles
    Test number
    398440849311
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass121,931 miles (+8,483)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    121,931 miles
    Test number
    709916288301
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp is fractured - no leaks at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake wear warning wire is severed
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch requires adjustment
    • AdvisoryParking brake warning light is illuminated

  3. Pass113,448 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    113,448 miles
    Test number
    893266196639
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp fractured - no leak at time of test

  4. Fail113,446 miles (+10,788)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,446 miles
    Test number
    142885916235
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most arm - inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working halo lights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp fractured - no leak at time of test
    • AdvisoryParking brake warning light on dashboard

  5. Pass102,658 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    102,658 miles
    Test number
    331765088669
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pad wear indicator wiring broken

  6. Fail102,651 miles (+6,893)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,651 miles
    Test number
    371956914014
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread low 2.5mm and has a nail in it (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pad wear indicator wiring broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass95,758 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    95,758 miles
    Test number
    179054814087
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency requirements only just met
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front and offside front (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail95,753 miles (+7,271)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,753 miles
    Test number
    276373352037
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt is perished/cracked/damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency requirements only just met
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front and offside front (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass88,482 miles (+6,749)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,482 miles
    Test number
    879161632258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,733 miles (+6,408)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,733 miles
    Test number
    908165462553
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake caliper anti-rattle spring is missing
    • AdvisoryTyre Pressure Monitor indicating low pressure on dash
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass75,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    75,325 miles
    Test number
    550758560999
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm approximately (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail75,325 miles (+5,998)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,325 miles
    Test number
    980964899396
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm approximately (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass69,327 miles (+6,516)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,327 miles
    Test number
    170993847437
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm 225/45 R17 V RSC Continental sports (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  14. Pass62,811 miles (+7,431)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,811 miles
    Test number
    968038045197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,380 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,380 miles
    Test number
    458338064166
    • NoteTwo number plates fitted to the rear one on top of the other

  16. Fail55,380 miles (+6,704)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,380 miles
    Test number
    345757264157
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteTwo number plates fitted to the rear one on top of the other

  17. Pass48,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,676 miles
    Test number
    917648153181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 AKM

Does T55 AKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 AKM is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 AKM?
The MOT on T55 AKM is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 AKM done?
T55 AKM was recorded at 126,510 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 6,064 miles a year.
Has T55 AKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 AKM has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T55 AKM 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 T55 AKM find?
T55 AKM passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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