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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

T70 RTHMOT history

T70 RTH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 88,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2024
Mileage
88,129 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T70 RTH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T70 RTH was last recorded at 88,129 miles on 27 Nov 2023, 1,263 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,866 miles · 26 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,263 miles
Average per year
3,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,129 miles
  • 2022 – 86,866 miles
  • 2021 – 85,573 miles
  • 2020 – 84,642 miles
  • 2019 – 82,927 miles
  • 2018 – 79,101 miles
  • 2017 – 76,851 miles
  • 2016 – 73,830 miles
  • 2015 – 71,241 miles
  • 2014 – 67,874 miles
  • 2013 – 61,118 miles
  • 2012 – 55,575 miles
  • 2011 – 51,448 miles
  • 2010 – 45,213 miles
  • 2009 – 38,512 miles
  • 2008 – 35,370 miles
  • 2007 – 30,378 miles
  • 2006 – 23,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,129 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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,129 miles (+1,263)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    88,129 miles
    Test number
    388089614863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,866 miles (+1,293)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,866 miles
    Test number
    982211028429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,573 miles (+931)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,573 miles
    Test number
    782894573539
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  4. Pass84,642 miles (+1,715)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,642 miles
    Test number
    312525823616
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass82,927 miles (+3,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,927 miles
    Test number
    924652818113
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Benefit attention (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass79,101 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,101 miles
    Test number
    370521403753
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  7. Fail79,101 miles (+2,250)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,101 miles
    Test number
    105196978684
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  8. Pass76,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    76,851 miles
    Test number
    138851691301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,851 miles (+3,021)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,851 miles
    Test number
    925025093070
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  10. Pass73,830 miles (+2,589)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    73,830 miles
    Test number
    477017193434
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
  11. Pass71,241 miles (+3,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,241 miles
    Test number
    878525825105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
  12. Pass67,874 miles (+6,756)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,874 miles
    Test number
    429672294090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,118 miles (+5,543)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    61,118 miles
    Test number
    659741783059
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass55,575 miles (+4,127)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    55,575 miles
    Test number
    139211992034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,448 miles (+6,235)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    51,448 miles
    Test number
    915782301176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,213 miles
    Test number
    812715380032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,213 miles (+6,701)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,213 miles
    Test number
    980066670091
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass38,512 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,512 miles
    Test number
    523971199099
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inside edge
  19. Fail38,512 miles (+3,142)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,512 miles
    Test number
    660101199043
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inside edge
  20. Pass35,370 miles (+4,992)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,370 miles
    Test number
    654392598085
    • NoteNearside front jacking point rubber pad missing
    • NoteOffside fron tjacking point rubber pad detached & plastic sill damaged
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
  21. Pass30,378 miles (+6,585)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,378 miles
    Test number
    880498387034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,793 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    23,793 miles
    Test number
    194710886459
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T70 RTH

Does T70 RTH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T70 RTH expired on 26 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T70 RTH?
The MOT on T70 RTH expired on 26 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T70 RTH done?
T70 RTH was recorded at 88,129 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2023, an average of 3,638 miles a year.
Has T70 RTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T70 RTH has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2018.
Has the mileage on T70 RTH 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 RTH find?
T70 RTH passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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