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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T72 CCUMOT history

T72 CCU is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 135,174 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2025
Mileage
135,174 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2024
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T72 CCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T72 CCU was last recorded at 135,174 miles on 7 Aug 2024, 250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,924 miles · 31 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
250 miles
Average per year
4,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 135,174 miles
  • 2023 – 134,924 miles
  • 2022 – 134,708 miles
  • 2021 – 134,148 miles
  • 2020 – 134,000 miles
  • 2019 – 132,982 miles
  • 2018 – 132,223 miles
  • 2017 – 130,390 miles
  • 2016 – 120,687 miles
  • 2015 – 116,543 miles
  • 2014 – 107,892 miles
  • 2013 – 100,580 miles
  • 2012 – 92,177 miles
  • 2011 – 83,738 miles
  • 2010 – 74,219 miles
  • 2009 – 63,363 miles
  • 2008 – 56,095 miles
  • 2007 – 52,866 miles
  • 2006 – 50,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,174 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,174 miles (+250)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    135,174 miles
    Test number
    975734034736
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  2. Pass134,924 miles (+216)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    134,924 miles
    Test number
    437964838569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass134,708 miles (+560)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    134,708 miles
    Test number
    774770219622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass134,148 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    134,148 miles
    Test number
    744431559941
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail134,148 miles (+148)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,148 miles
    Test number
    851737978731
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass134,000 miles (+1,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    134,000 miles
    Test number
    114722072972
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass132,982 miles (+759)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    132,982 miles
    Test number
    645784827931
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass132,223 miles (+1,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    132,223 miles
    Test number
    238868454127
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted

  9. Pass130,390 miles (+9,703)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    130,390 miles
    Test number
    351693383551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass120,687 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    120,687 miles
    Test number
    826284389354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail120,687 miles (+4,144)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,687 miles
    Test number
    944058146742
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail116,543 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,543 miles
    Test number
    288550625287
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass116,543 miles (+8,651)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    116,543 miles
    Test number
    328320425289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass107,892 miles (+176)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,892 miles
    Test number
    275762684122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail107,716 miles (+7,136)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,716 miles
    Test number
    225297764114
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteExhaust system CATALYTIC CONVERTER is lazy during its operation! (advise fuel system treatment)
    • NoteNearside front windscreen washer jet is partially blocked!

  16. Pass100,580 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,580 miles
    Test number
    747079183141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail100,580 miles (+8,403)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,580 miles
    Test number
    898955283186
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass92,177 miles (+8,439)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    92,177 miles
    Test number
    805982692137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass83,738 miles (+9,519)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    83,738 miles
    Test number
    819755781166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass74,219 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,219 miles
    Test number
    581373990199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail74,219 miles (+10,856)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,219 miles
    Test number
    662273590167
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass63,363 miles (+7,268)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    63,363 miles
    Test number
    440726479148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,095 miles (+1,099)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    56,095 miles
    Test number
    263177498139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,996 miles (+2,130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,996 miles
    Test number
    554431398037
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODING

  25. Pass52,866 miles (+2,088)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    52,866 miles
    Test number
    414632057055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    50,778 miles
    Test number
    100827536475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail50,778 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,778 miles
    Test number
    664427936087
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Questions about T72 CCU

Does T72 CCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T72 CCU expired on 7 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T72 CCU?
The MOT on T72 CCU expired on 7 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T72 CCU done?
T72 CCU was recorded at 135,174 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2024, an average of 4,562 miles a year.
Has T72 CCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T72 CCU has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on T72 CCU 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 T72 CCU find?
T72 CCU passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2024 with 7 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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