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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T937 RCBMOT history

T937 RCB is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 188,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
188,142 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T937 RCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T937 RCB was last recorded at 188,142 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 11,898 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,244 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,898 miles
Average per year
6,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,142 miles
  • 2025 – 176,244 miles
  • 2023 – 167,045 miles
  • 2019 – 140,914 miles
  • 2018 – 130,746 miles
  • 2017 – 128,829 miles
  • 2016 – 116,997 miles
  • 2015 – 110,120 miles
  • 2014 – 101,016 miles
  • 2013 – 92,111 miles
  • 2012 – 84,301 miles
  • 2011 – 80,014 miles
  • 2010 – 76,038 miles
  • 2009 – 71,470 miles
  • 2008 – 67,241 miles
  • 2007 – 59,268 miles
  • 2006 – 51,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,142 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,142 miles (+11,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    188,142 miles
    Test number
    665214590523
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass176,244 miles (+16)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    176,244 miles
    Test number
    893003258628
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail176,228 miles (+9,183)7 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,228 miles
    Test number
    630834138969
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill / outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill / Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill / outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill / Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Pass167,045 miles (+26,017)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    167,045 miles
    Test number
    296934630749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail141,028 miles (+114)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,028 miles
    Test number
    547205756463
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass140,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,914 miles
    Test number
    859965566753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail140,914 miles (+10,168)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,914 miles
    Test number
    367425873478
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass130,746 miles (+1,917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    130,746 miles
    Test number
    828525128153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass128,829 miles (+11,832)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    128,829 miles
    Test number
    459342828027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,997 miles (+129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    116,997 miles
    Test number
    162816831769
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn to 0mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail116,868 miles (+6,748)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,868 miles
    Test number
    816872535887
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn to 0mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass110,120 miles (+9,104)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    110,120 miles
    Test number
    990206062318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,016 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    101,016 miles
    Test number
    966797174280
    • NoteNearside rear lower rose bush has slight play
    • NoteOffside rear lower rose bush has slight play

  14. Fail101,016 miles (+8,905)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,016 miles
    Test number
    976547774244
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear lower rose bush has slight play
    • NoteOffside rear lower rose bush has slight play

  15. Pass92,111 miles (+7,810)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    92,111 miles
    Test number
    129323383291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,301 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    84,301 miles
    Test number
    355274762232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR WHEEL ARCH CORRODED

  17. Fail84,299 miles (+162)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,299 miles
    Test number
    159712762208
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR BRAKE PADS WEARING THIN
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR WHEEL ARCH CORRODED

  18. Fail84,137 miles (+4,123)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,137 miles
    Test number
    645433552182
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass80,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    80,014 miles
    Test number
    927573871171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail80,014 miles (+3,976)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,014 miles
    Test number
    968192171156
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass76,038 miles (+4,568)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    76,038 miles
    Test number
    332873050133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    71,470 miles
    Test number
    590430569108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,470 miles (+4,229)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,470 miles
    Test number
    722880069172
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass67,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    67,241 miles
    Test number
    570066858164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail67,241 miles (+7,973)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,241 miles
    Test number
    661545758186
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has really bad worn inner edge.

  26. Pass59,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    59,268 miles
    Test number
    313138357127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail59,268 miles (+8,107)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,268 miles
    Test number
    351898857116
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  28. Pass51,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    51,161 miles
    Test number
    900393966108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail51,160 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,160 miles
    Test number
    670283566113
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T937 RCB

Does T937 RCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T937 RCB is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T937 RCB?
The MOT on T937 RCB is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T937 RCB done?
T937 RCB was recorded at 188,142 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 6,939 miles a year.
Has T937 RCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T937 RCB has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T937 RCB 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 T937 RCB find?
T937 RCB passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: power steering component has slight seepage from a component; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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