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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

T7 BRAMOT history

T7 BRA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 189,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
189,441 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
16,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T7 BRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
26 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T7 BRA was last recorded at 189,441 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,441 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
16,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,441 miles
  • 2025 – 171,190 miles
  • 2024 – 148,627 miles
  • 2023 – 126,340 miles
  • 2022 – 99,691 miles
  • 2021 – 77,889 miles
  • 2020 – 67,241 miles
  • 2019 – 56,391 miles
  • 2018 – 51,032 miles
  • 2017 – 41,801 miles
  • 2016 – 28,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,441 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Covers in engine compartment & underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,441 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    189,441 miles
    Test number
    631793543092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  2. Fail189,441 miles (+18,251)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,441 miles
    Test number
    855601060069
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  3. Pass171,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    171,190 miles
    Test number
    696965907937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail171,190 miles (+22,563)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,190 miles
    Test number
    132710745657
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  5. Pass148,627 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    148,627 miles
    Test number
    157972338418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail148,627 miles (+22,287)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,627 miles
    Test number
    631873042233
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass126,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    126,340 miles
    Test number
    609700581907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail126,340 miles (+26,649)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,340 miles
    Test number
    448472828919
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass99,691 miles (+21,802)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,691 miles
    Test number
    582517874991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,889 miles (+10,648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,889 miles
    Test number
    807567677502
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass67,241 miles (+10,850)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    67,241 miles
    Test number
    997078969204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,391 miles (+5,359)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    56,391 miles
    Test number
    799340807872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    51,032 miles
    Test number
    709425779178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,032 miles (+9,231)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,032 miles
    Test number
    595507594766
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOS+NSF tyres wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass41,801 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    41,801 miles
    Test number
    869810624859
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCovers in engine compartment & underside

  16. Fail41,801 miles (+12,826)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,801 miles
    Test number
    936820841388
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryCovers in engine compartment & underside

  17. Pass28,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,975 miles
    Test number
    346400676686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,975 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,975 miles
    Test number
    450815077753
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about T7 BRA

Does T7 BRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T7 BRA is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T7 BRA?
The MOT on T7 BRA is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T7 BRA done?
T7 BRA was recorded at 189,441 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 16,062 miles a year.
Has T7 BRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T7 BRA has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T7 BRA 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 T7 BRA find?
T7 BRA passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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