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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,979 cc

T7 CLJMOT history

T7 CLJ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 143,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
143,937 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T7 CLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T7 CLJ was last recorded at 143,937 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,913 miles · 25 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
6,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,937 miles
  • 2025 – 137,704 miles
  • 2024 – 134,843 miles
  • 2023 – 129,464 miles
  • 2022 – 118,784 miles
  • 2021 – 110,947 miles
  • 2020 – 107,043 miles
  • 2019 – 94,947 miles
  • 2018 – 85,928 miles
  • 2017 – 78,678 miles
  • 2016 – 70,935 miles
  • 2015 – 63,176 miles
  • 2014 – 54,959 miles
  • 2013 – 44,055 miles
  • 2012 – 35,779 miles
  • 2011 – 34,978 miles
  • 2009 – 28,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,937 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,937 miles (+24)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    143,937 miles
    Test number
    666617729899
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail143,913 miles (+6,209)10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,913 miles
    Test number
    758018915095
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn joint in the hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Joint in the hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass137,704 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    137,704 miles
    Test number
    735876627364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass134,843 miles (+5,379)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    134,843 miles
    Test number
    494515954095
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass129,464 miles (+10,680)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    129,464 miles
    Test number
    424263039694
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass118,784 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    118,784 miles
    Test number
    290242012419
    • 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))

  7. Fail118,780 miles (+7,833)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,780 miles
    Test number
    922788138796
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass110,947 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    110,947 miles
    Test number
    411211943141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,927 miles (+3,884)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,927 miles
    Test number
    815917257557
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass107,043 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    107,043 miles
    Test number
    588135097996
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail107,043 miles (+12,096)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,043 miles
    Test number
    708850935423
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass94,947 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,947 miles
    Test number
    423981970663
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output internal condensation (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly perishing

  13. Fail94,947 miles (+9,019)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,947 miles
    Test number
    608046322315
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output internal condensation (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly perishing

  14. Pass85,928 miles (+7,250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,928 miles
    Test number
    461144072120
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass78,678 miles (+7,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    78,678 miles
    Test number
    565368580749
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass70,935 miles (+7,759)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,935 miles
    Test number
    843020119369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,176 miles (+8,217)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,176 miles
    Test number
    335528045072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,959 miles (+10,904)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,959 miles
    Test number
    875096854039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,055 miles (+8,276)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,055 miles
    Test number
    347669243053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,779 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,779 miles
    Test number
    505845662076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail35,763 miles (+785)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,763 miles
    Test number
    716803862032
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  22. Pass34,978 miles (+6,334)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,978 miles
    Test number
    197351531485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,644 miles
    Test number
    294663649302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T7 CLJ

Does T7 CLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T7 CLJ is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T7 CLJ?
The MOT on T7 CLJ is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T7 CLJ done?
T7 CLJ was recorded at 143,937 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 6,848 miles a year.
Has T7 CLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T7 CLJ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T7 CLJ 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 CLJ find?
T7 CLJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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