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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

T5 UNSMOT history

T5 UNS is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 157,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
157,205 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 UNS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
11 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 UNS was last recorded at 157,205 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,205 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,205 miles
  • 2024 – 154,671 miles
  • 2023 – 150,762 miles
  • 2022 – 146,910 miles
  • 2021 – 140,215 miles
  • 2020 – 129,461 miles
  • 2019 – 125,640 miles
  • 2018 – 122,343 miles
  • 2017 – 116,676 miles
  • 2016 – 112,053 miles
  • 2015 – 100,160 miles
  • 2014 – 89,648 miles
  • 2013 – 82,777 miles
  • 2012 – 58,477 miles
  • 2011 – 38,428 miles
  • 2010 – 31,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,205 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,205 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    157,205 miles
    Test number
    768585045466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail157,205 miles (+2,534)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,205 miles
    Test number
    888657881612
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Has a major leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass154,671 miles (+3,909)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    154,671 miles
    Test number
    297659688303
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass150,762 miles (+3,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    150,762 miles
    Test number
    225357133564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass146,910 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    146,910 miles
    Test number
    539503611108
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail146,910 miles (+6,695)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,910 miles
    Test number
    900007288097
    • Repaired at testFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass140,215 miles (+10,754)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    140,215 miles
    Test number
    827192035443
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass129,461 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    129,461 miles
    Test number
    433375492231
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components has surface rust

  9. Fail129,461 miles (+52)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,461 miles
    Test number
    738761187174
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components has surface rust

  10. Fail129,409 miles (+3,769)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,409 miles
    Test number
    490047075428
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight washer not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight washer not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working light bulb out (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass125,640 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,640 miles
    Test number
    617292497807
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp brackets broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAmber brake warning lamp on

  12. Fail125,636 miles (+3,293)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,636 miles
    Test number
    940771575661
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp brackets broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass122,343 miles (+5,667)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    122,343 miles
    Test number
    933723983133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,676 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    116,676 miles
    Test number
    832434963967
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on edges + has slight damage to outer side wall
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Fail116,676 miles (+4,623)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,676 miles
    Test number
    350217413299
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side walls (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on edges + has slight damage to outer side wall
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass112,053 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    112,053 miles
    Test number
    198223818527
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail112,024 miles (+11,864)12 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,024 miles
    Test number
    839733287143
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner sidewall - 225/40 ZR18 92W (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm - also starting to tear - 255/35 ZR18 94W XL (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp illumunated
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel rim slightly distorted
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just met

  18. Pass100,160 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    100,160 miles
    Test number
    599965023819
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear disc wearing thin

  19. Fail100,160 miles (+10,512)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,160 miles
    Test number
    919927051085
    • FailureDropside cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 40 18 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255 35 18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear disc wearing thin

  20. Fail89,648 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,648 miles
    Test number
    119352264281
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass84,648 miles (+1,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,648 miles
    Test number
    757132764262
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass82,777 miles (+24,300)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    82,777 miles
    Test number
    415194663272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,477 miles (+20,049)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,477 miles
    Test number
    408624652272
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass38,428 miles (+6,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    38,428 miles
    Test number
    259351351219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass31,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,733 miles
    Test number
    771864440216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 UNS

Does T5 UNS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 UNS is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 UNS?
The MOT on T5 UNS is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 UNS done?
T5 UNS was recorded at 157,205 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 8,150 miles a year.
Has T5 UNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 UNS has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 UNS 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 T5 UNS find?
T5 UNS passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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