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BMW 3 Series

Bronze · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

T55 TPDMOT history

T55 TPD is a bronze diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 136,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
136,603 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 TPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 TPD was last recorded at 136,603 miles on 18 May 2026, 7,453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
129,150 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,453 miles
Average per year
8,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,603 miles
  • 2025 – 129,150 miles
  • 2024 – 120,477 miles
  • 2023 – 109,147 miles
  • 2022 – 97,380 miles
  • 2021 – 85,280 miles
  • 2020 – 76,526 miles
  • 2019 – 64,629 miles
  • 2018 – 57,022 miles
  • 2017 – 50,715 miles
  • 2016 – 42,284 miles
  • 2015 – 37,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,603 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,603 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    136,603 miles
    Test number
    472910742350
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail136,603 miles (+7,453)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,603 miles
    Test number
    685021993157
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass129,150 miles (+8,673)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    129,150 miles
    Test number
    269925161429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass120,477 miles (+11,330)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    120,477 miles
    Test number
    647030228222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass109,147 miles (+11,767)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    109,147 miles
    Test number
    319812942607
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass97,380 miles (+12,100)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    97,380 miles
    Test number
    469313589020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,280 miles (+4,592)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    85,280 miles
    Test number
    874236154084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,688 miles (+4,162)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    80,688 miles
    Test number
    973118651340
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

  9. Pass76,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,526 miles
    Test number
    445280992436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,526 miles (+11,897)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,526 miles
    Test number
    607236999234
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass64,629 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    64,629 miles
    Test number
    227663483478
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail64,629 miles (+7,607)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,629 miles
    Test number
    362480236721
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass57,022 miles (+6,307)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    57,022 miles
    Test number
    674363133112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall perished and cut
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall perished and cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall perished

  14. Pass50,715 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    50,715 miles
    Test number
    533801807069
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre sidewall perished and cut
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre sidewall perished and cut
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre sidewall perished

  15. Fail50,715 miles (+8,431)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,715 miles
    Test number
    171267120885
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre sidewall perished and cut
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre sidewall perished and cut
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre sidewall perished

  16. Pass42,284 miles (+4,831)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,284 miles
    Test number
    740658018755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,453 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    37,453 miles
    Test number
    285990715479
    • NoteCuts in Both Front Tyres - Not to Cords

Questions about T55 TPD

Does T55 TPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 TPD is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 TPD?
The MOT on T55 TPD is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 TPD done?
T55 TPD was recorded at 136,603 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 8,951 miles a year.
Has T55 TPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 TPD has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 TPD 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 TPD find?
T55 TPD passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm, and 2 more.

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