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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T7 PTCMOT history

T7 PTC is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 128,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
128,887 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T7 PTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T7 PTC was last recorded at 128,887 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,886 miles · 29 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,887 miles
  • 2023 – 128,886 miles
  • 2022 – 128,720 miles
  • 2020 – 128,062 miles
  • 2019 – 126,114 miles
  • 2018 – 124,472 miles
  • 2017 – 121,164 miles
  • 2016 – 118,816 miles
  • 2015 – 115,407 miles
  • 2014 – 109,757 miles
  • 2013 – 104,868 miles
  • 2012 – 97,717 miles
  • 2011 – 95,536 miles
  • 2010 – 84,701 miles
  • 2008 – 67,534 miles
  • 2007 – 58,302 miles
  • 2006 – 49,653 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,887 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components corroded.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryUnder body covered in underseal.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S .O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,887 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    128,887 miles
    Test number
    835283629468
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in underseal.
  2. Fail128,887 miles (+1)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,887 miles
    Test number
    586175791960
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in underseal.
  3. Pass128,886 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    128,886 miles
    Test number
    932792400020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass128,720 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    128,720 miles
    Test number
    465405725024
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder seal applied under body
  5. Fail128,719 miles (+23)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,719 miles
    Test number
    316776443184
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail128,696 miles (+634)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,696 miles
    Test number
    696007387833
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass128,062 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,062 miles
    Test number
    250318301751
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S .O/S (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail128,062 miles (+1,948)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,062 miles
    Test number
    346220625129
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side N/S.O/S (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S .O/S (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass126,114 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    126,114 miles
    Test number
    626814268975
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL/FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  10. Fail126,114 miles (+1,642)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,114 miles
    Test number
    289750147043
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL HOLED & CORRODED TO EXCESS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL/FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  11. Pass124,472 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    124,472 miles
    Test number
    890315694313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  12. Fail124,472 miles (+3,308)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,472 miles
    Test number
    438866192856
    • MajorOffside Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass121,164 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    121,164 miles
    Test number
    560929723087
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint O/S,N/S (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  14. Fail121,164 miles (+2,348)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,164 miles
    Test number
    473477734813
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint O/S,N/S (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  15. Pass118,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    118,816 miles
    Test number
    780454246857
    • AdvisoryBattery not holding charge
  16. Fail118,816 miles (+3,409)12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,816 miles
    Test number
    560629247243
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBattery not holding charge
  17. Pass115,407 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    115,407 miles
    Test number
    348382135193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail115,407 miles (+5,650)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,407 miles
    Test number
    416601935117
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/F TYRE PRESSURE LOW
  19. Pass109,757 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    109,757 miles
    Test number
    217358704483
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
  20. Fail109,757 miles (+4,889)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,757 miles
    Test number
    319561304109
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  21. Pass104,868 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    104,868 miles
    Test number
    116828073068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  22. Fail104,867 miles (+7,150)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,867 miles
    Test number
    275737773037
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  23. Fail97,717 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,717 miles
    Test number
    509798102162
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
  24. Pass97,717 miles (+2,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    97,717 miles
    Test number
    995688102176
    • 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)
  25. Pass95,536 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    95,536 miles
    Test number
    726390961137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront exhaust support bracket broken
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
  26. Fail95,536 miles (+10,835)7 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,536 miles
    Test number
    826649251182
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront exhaust support bracket broken
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
  27. Pass84,701 miles (+17,167)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    84,701 miles
    Test number
    460623630150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass67,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    67,534 miles
    Test number
    804743018377
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  29. Fail67,534 miles (+9,232)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,534 miles
    Test number
    474933918468
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  30. Pass58,302 miles (+214)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    58,302 miles
    Test number
    842739037171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail58,088 miles (+8,435)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,088 miles
    Test number
    620022737140
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  32. Pass49,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,653 miles
    Test number
    504120036146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T7 PTC

Does T7 PTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T7 PTC is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T7 PTC?
The MOT on T7 PTC is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T7 PTC done?
T7 PTC was recorded at 128,887 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 3,968 miles a year.
Has T7 PTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T7 PTC has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T7 PTC 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 PTC find?
T7 PTC passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front & rear suspension components corroded.; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; under body covered in underseal..

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