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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

T948 ARCMOT history

T948 ARC is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 127,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
127,139 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,226 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T948 ARC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T948 ARC was last recorded at 127,139 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 1,102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jun 2023: 125,700 miles, lower than 137,144 miles on 27 Jun 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
126,037 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,102 miles
Average per year
5,226 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,139 miles
  • 2025 – 126,037 miles
  • 2023 – 125,700 miles
  • 2022 – 137,144 miles
  • 2020 – 136,121 miles
  • 2018 – 121,272 miles
  • 2017 – 111,031 miles
  • 2016 – 96,664 miles
  • 2015 – 88,805 miles
  • 2014 – 73,457 miles
  • 2013 – 70,000 miles
  • 2012 – 64,603 miles
  • 2011 – 51,705 miles
  • 2010 – 41,838 miles
  • 2009 – 38,262 miles
  • 2008 – 33,911 miles
  • 2007 – 25,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,139 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,139 miles (+1,102)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    127,139 miles
    Test number
    625684703070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass126,037 miles (+337)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    126,037 miles
    Test number
    603459713556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    125,700 miles
    Test number
    790657633891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail125,700 miles (-11,444)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,700 miles
    Test number
    256516478770
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass137,144 miles (+1,023)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    137,144 miles
    Test number
    214208514821
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,121 miles (+14,849)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    136,121 miles
    Test number
    666979234657
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated and rear all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass121,272 miles (+10,241)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    121,272 miles
    Test number
    367877829458
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Height sensor lever broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded slight surface corrosion to o/s rear brake pipe from rear mounting clip and above rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Oil leaks in engine area and rear axle

  8. Pass111,031 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    111,031 miles
    Test number
    814519991034
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryPlastic trim fitted to both sills
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorating
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear differential
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  9. Fail111,027 miles (+14,363)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,027 miles
    Test number
    829752656790
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner tread area (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryPlastic trim fitted to both sills
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorating
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear differential
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  10. Pass96,664 miles (+7,859)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    96,664 miles
    Test number
    536412500060
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to perish
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from cam cover

  11. Pass88,805 miles (+15,348)1 dangerous4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    88,805 miles
    Test number
    119771375489
    • DangerousOsf tyre has a cut in it but is hard to see if it has cords showing
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil leak around rear diff
    • NoteOil leak around sump

  12. Pass73,457 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    73,457 miles
    Test number
    187098864069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,284 miles (+3,284)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,284 miles
    Test number
    447104364043
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  14. Pass70,000 miles (+5,397)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,000 miles
    Test number
    879658263006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass64,603 miles (+12,898)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,603 miles
    Test number
    199169562060
    • NoteNearside rear brake pad low

  16. Fail51,705 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,705 miles
    Test number
    208315951039
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass51,705 miles (+9,867)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,705 miles
    Test number
    318815051057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,838 miles (+3,576)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    41,838 miles
    Test number
    174180160037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,262 miles (+4,351)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,262 miles
    Test number
    724848559033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,911 miles (+8,540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,911 miles
    Test number
    301795468065
    • 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)

  21. Pass25,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    25,371 miles
    Test number
    770356937085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail25,366 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,366 miles
    Test number
    390946737033
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T948 ARC

Does T948 ARC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T948 ARC is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T948 ARC?
The MOT on T948 ARC is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T948 ARC done?
T948 ARC was recorded at 127,139 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 5,226 miles a year.
Has T948 ARC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T948 ARC has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T948 ARC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jun 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T948 ARC find?
T948 ARC passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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