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Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,995 cc

T55 SEVMOT history

T55 SEV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 May 2012. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 51,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2026
Mileage
51,498 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 SEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 May 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 SEV was last recorded at 51,498 miles on 12 Aug 2025, 9,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,312 miles · 2 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
9,186 miles
Average per year
4,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 51,498 miles
  • 2024 – 42,312 miles
  • 2023 – 37,110 miles
  • 2022 – 33,936 miles
  • 2021 – 30,751 miles
  • 2020 – 25,405 miles
  • 2019 – 19,881 miles
  • 2018 – 17,818 miles
  • 2017 – 14,982 miles
  • 2016 – 11,738 miles
  • 2015 – 9,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,498 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 number plate cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,498 miles (+9,186)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    51,498 miles
    Test number
    358341178901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass42,312 miles (+5,202)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    42,312 miles
    Test number
    818072028639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass37,110 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    37,110 miles
    Test number
    156410366299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail37,105 miles (+3,169)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,105 miles
    Test number
    316213709714
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  5. Pass33,936 miles (+3,185)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    33,936 miles
    Test number
    145677161774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre uneven wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass30,751 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    30,751 miles
    Test number
    773846965463
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail30,750 miles (+5,345)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,750 miles
    Test number
    247986302456
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass25,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    25,405 miles
    Test number
    942904312525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail25,405 miles (+5,524)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,405 miles
    Test number
    225202154946
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  10. Pass19,881 miles (+2,063)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    19,881 miles
    Test number
    738287352113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass17,818 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    17,818 miles
    Test number
    386989411702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail17,816 miles (+2,834)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,816 miles
    Test number
    157253169465
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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)
  13. Pass14,982 miles (+3,244)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    14,982 miles
    Test number
    792101068802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass11,738 miles (+2,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    11,738 miles
    Test number
    396834367702
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass9,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    9,317 miles
    Test number
    997458545123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 SEV

Does T55 SEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T55 SEV expired on 3 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T55 SEV?
The MOT on T55 SEV expired on 3 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T55 SEV done?
T55 SEV was recorded at 51,498 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2025, an average of 4,132 miles a year.
Has T55 SEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 SEV has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T55 SEV 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 SEV find?
T55 SEV passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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