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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

T55 CHEMOT history

T55 CHE is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 144,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
144,916 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 CHE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 CHE was last recorded at 144,916 miles on 18 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,916 miles · 17 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,916 miles
  • 2025 – 140,313 miles
  • 2024 – 136,341 miles
  • 2023 – 132,039 miles
  • 2022 – 126,794 miles
  • 2021 – 117,188 miles
  • 2020 – 116,130 miles
  • 2019 – 85,812 miles
  • 2018 – 66,251 miles
  • 2017 – 48,758 miles
  • 2016 – 37,508 miles
  • 2015 – 25,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,916 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,916 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    144,916 miles
    Test number
    598678231588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail144,916 miles (+4,603)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,916 miles
    Test number
    139129302525
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass140,313 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    140,313 miles
    Test number
    116227422320
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail140,313 miles (+3,972)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,313 miles
    Test number
    564011181861
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure exhaust clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass136,341 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    136,341 miles
    Test number
    615519110755
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail136,341 miles (+4,302)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,341 miles
    Test number
    367380690172
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass132,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    132,039 miles
    Test number
    935676481333
    • AdvisoryUnderside has corrosion

  8. Fail132,039 miles (+5,245)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,039 miles
    Test number
    825278209214
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has corrosion

  9. Pass126,794 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    126,794 miles
    Test number
    953912244951
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail126,794 miles (+9,606)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,794 miles
    Test number
    117399352925
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached nut loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass117,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    117,188 miles
    Test number
    828001411874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail117,188 miles (+1,058)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,188 miles
    Test number
    867460831777
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass116,130 miles (+11,224)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,130 miles
    Test number
    451815346386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,906 miles (+19,094)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    104,906 miles
    Test number
    626544370182
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass85,812 miles (+19,561)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,812 miles
    Test number
    181799475474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService light on
    • AdvisoryUnder tray/ covers fitted

  16. Pass66,251 miles (+17,493)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,251 miles
    Test number
    140705992630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,758 miles (+11,250)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    48,758 miles
    Test number
    967211938055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,508 miles (+12,027)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,508 miles
    Test number
    137889356286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    25,481 miles
    Test number
    498438445074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 CHE

Does T55 CHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 CHE is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 CHE?
The MOT on T55 CHE is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 CHE done?
T55 CHE was recorded at 144,916 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2026, an average of 10,464 miles a year.
Has T55 CHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 CHE has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 CHE 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 CHE find?
T55 CHE passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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