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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T956 KOMMOT history

T956 KOM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 135,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
135,322 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T956 KOM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T956 KOM was last recorded at 135,322 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Nov 2020: 123,940 miles, lower than 188,326 miles on 5 Nov 2019.

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
135,210 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
112 miles
Average per year
3,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,322 miles
  • 2024 – 132,921 miles
  • 2023 – 132,464 miles
  • 2022 – 131,992 miles
  • 2021 – 129,609 miles
  • 2020 – 123,940 miles
  • 2019 – 188,326 miles
  • 2018 – 181,513 miles
  • 2017 – 175,119 miles
  • 2016 – 167,190 miles
  • 2015 – 122,248 miles
  • 2014 – 115,736 miles
  • 2013 – 109,290 miles
  • 2012 – 105,252 miles
  • 2011 – 99,209 miles
  • 2010 – 92,290 miles
  • 2009 – 88,314 miles
  • 2008 – 87,503 miles
  • 2007 – 85,382 miles
  • 2006 – 77,972 miles
  • 2005 – 73,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,322 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Coolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Both seat belts slow to retract.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bush split. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,322 miles (+112)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    135,322 miles
    Test number
    461785661424
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Both seat belts slow to retract.
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bush split. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail135,210 miles (+2,289)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,210 miles
    Test number
    668814344785
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Both seat belts slow to retract.
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Various. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Boot split. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass132,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    132,921 miles
    Test number
    413122066094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail132,921 miles (+457)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,921 miles
    Test number
    576453602475
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

  5. Pass132,464 miles (+472)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    132,464 miles
    Test number
    178832910812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass131,992 miles (+2,383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    131,992 miles
    Test number
    991122249238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass129,609 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,609 miles
    Test number
    688012670857
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail129,605 miles (+5,665)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,605 miles
    Test number
    631685739279
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass123,940 miles (-64,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    123,940 miles
    Test number
    899716236993
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass188,326 miles (+6,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    188,326 miles
    Test number
    878140765424
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass181,513 miles (+6,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    181,513 miles
    Test number
    165552246998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass175,119 miles (+7,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    175,119 miles
    Test number
    684193047796
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area

  13. Pass167,190 miles (+44,942)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    167,190 miles
    Test number
    263578549782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass122,248 miles (+6,512)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    122,248 miles
    Test number
    652176703876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass115,736 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    115,736 miles
    Test number
    558652014321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail115,736 miles (+6,446)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,736 miles
    Test number
    629002614312
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass109,290 miles (+4,038)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    109,290 miles
    Test number
    908420713398
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteCondensation in both headlamps
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread cracking and low pressure
    • NoteOil leak onto exhaust

  18. Pass105,252 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    105,252 miles
    Test number
    479210812349
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteSurface corrosion on both rear brake pipes

  19. Fail105,252 miles (+6,043)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,252 miles
    Test number
    886710412331
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteSurface corrosion on both rear brake pipes

  20. Pass99,209 miles (+6,919)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    99,209 miles
    Test number
    465527701342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s front of drop link rubber split

  21. Pass92,290 miles (+3,976)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    92,290 miles
    Test number
    191906900311
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWater in n/s headlight

  22. Pass88,314 miles (+811)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    88,314 miles
    Test number
    102678609331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  23. Pass87,503 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    87,503 miles
    Test number
    551616118369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • 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. Fail87,502 miles (+2,120)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,502 miles
    Test number
    491306218477
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass85,382 miles (+7,410)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    85,382 miles
    Test number
    712616317378
    • NoteN/s front tyre, side wall perished, kerbed.
    • NoteN/s head light damp, beam patern ok, light output dim.

  26. Pass77,972 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    77,972 miles
    Test number
    184737386276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail77,961 miles (+4,895)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,961 miles
    Test number
    871716886293
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre has been repaird close to the out-side wall
    • NoteO/s front tyre out side wall split
    • NoteOuter sills has plastic covers

  28. Fail73,066 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,066 miles
    Test number
    682307685298
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteHand brake travel high but sufficent effort obtained

  29. Pass73,066 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    73,066 miles
    Test number
    864237785284
    • NoteHand brake travel high but sufficent effort obtained

Questions about T956 KOM

Does T956 KOM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T956 KOM is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T956 KOM?
The MOT on T956 KOM is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T956 KOM done?
T956 KOM was recorded at 135,322 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 3,104 miles a year.
Has T956 KOM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T956 KOM has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T956 KOM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T956 KOM find?
T956 KOM passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: central front coolant leak; central rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front both seat belts slow to retract., and 5 more.

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