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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,979 cc

T70 MWCMOT history

T70 MWC is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 187,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2025
Mileage
187,571 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2024
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T70 MWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T70 MWC was last recorded at 187,571 miles on 19 Feb 2024, 5,992 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,579 miles · 21 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
5,992 miles
Average per year
11,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 187,571 miles
  • 2023 – 181,579 miles
  • 2022 – 174,861 miles
  • 2021 – 174,859 miles
  • 2020 – 167,173 miles
  • 2019 – 157,555 miles
  • 2018 – 146,410 miles
  • 2017 – 136,021 miles
  • 2016 – 125,218 miles
  • 2015 – 114,673 miles
  • 2014 – 101,634 miles
  • 2013 – 96,610 miles
  • 2012 – 78,038 miles
  • 2011 – 58,057 miles
  • 2010 – 39,092 miles
  • 2009 – 25,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,571 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,571 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    187,571 miles
    Test number
    630717837213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail187,571 miles (+5,992)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,571 miles
    Test number
    212284030473
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure inner arm bolt nut missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass181,579 miles (+6,718)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    181,579 miles
    Test number
    733032059314
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass174,861 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    174,861 miles
    Test number
    729836762642
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail174,859 miles (+7,686)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,859 miles
    Test number
    705737482803
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass167,173 miles (+9,618)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    167,173 miles
    Test number
    803471065682
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake backing plates loose/broken
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass157,555 miles (+11,145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    157,555 miles
    Test number
    558394153818
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED. UNABLE TO DO FULL INSPECTION. ( BRAKE PIPES, FUEL PIPES ECT,.)

  8. Pass146,410 miles (+10,389)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    146,410 miles
    Test number
    423570469918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)

  9. Pass136,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    136,021 miles
    Test number
    250737074252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail136,021 miles (+10,803)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,021 miles
    Test number
    972417531430
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

  11. Pass125,218 miles (+10,545)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    125,218 miles
    Test number
    483742901611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,673 miles (+13,039)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    114,673 miles
    Test number
    865085035099
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/r brake caliper rattle clip missing

  13. Pass101,634 miles (+5,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    101,634 miles
    Test number
    997912844010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass96,610 miles (+18,572)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    96,610 miles
    Test number
    226690293423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass78,038 miles (+19,981)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,038 miles
    Test number
    518172312248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,057 miles (+18,965)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    58,057 miles
    Test number
    708011931208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,092 miles (+13,896)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    39,092 miles
    Test number
    543761330228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,196 miles
    Test number
    524109359284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T70 MWC

Does T70 MWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T70 MWC expired on 18 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T70 MWC?
The MOT on T70 MWC expired on 18 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T70 MWC done?
T70 MWC was recorded at 187,571 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2024, an average of 11,256 miles a year.
Has T70 MWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T70 MWC has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T70 MWC 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 T70 MWC find?
T70 MWC passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front lower anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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