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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T961 DCUMOT history

T961 DCU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 162,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2026
Mileage
162,447 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,576 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T961 DCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T961 DCU was last recorded at 162,447 miles on 12 May 2026, 6,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,599 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,848 miles
Average per year
4,576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,447 miles
  • 2025 – 155,599 miles
  • 2024 – 113,269 miles
  • 2023 – 108,447 miles
  • 2022 – 98,367 miles
  • 2021 – 93,387 miles
  • 2016 – 89,973 miles
  • 2014 – 86,070 miles
  • 2013 – 84,141 miles
  • 2012 – 83,066 miles
  • 2011 – 82,129 miles
  • 2010 – 81,115 miles
  • 2009 – 79,859 miles
  • 2008 – 77,724 miles
  • 2007 – 74,003 miles
  • 2006 – 70,938 miles
  • 2005 – 67,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,447 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

What MOT failures 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,447 miles (+6,848)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,447 miles
    Test number
    598357273432
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Pass155,599 miles (+42,330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    155,599 miles
    Test number
    419956697981
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass113,269 miles (+4,822)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    113,269 miles
    Test number
    422930815116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass108,447 miles (+145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    108,447 miles
    Test number
    871861856596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail108,302 miles (+9,935)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,302 miles
    Test number
    807370976588
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass98,367 miles (+4,980)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    98,367 miles
    Test number
    372032874521
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear archs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt cracking

  7. Pass93,387 miles (+3,414)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    93,387 miles
    Test number
    280736269528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,973 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,973 miles
    Test number
    586351856139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail89,972 miles (+3,902)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,972 miles
    Test number
    775763994485
    • FailureCentre Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureFront Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass86,070 miles (+1,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,070 miles
    Test number
    425677514360
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  11. Pass84,141 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,141 miles
    Test number
    498698613312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail84,139 miles (+1,073)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,139 miles
    Test number
    919266513334
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

  13. Pass83,066 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    83,066 miles
    Test number
    189813692210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Fail83,066 miles (+937)1 failure10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,066 miles
    Test number
    355762992280
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  15. Pass82,129 miles (+1,014)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    82,129 miles
    Test number
    876376141221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass81,115 miles (+1,256)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    81,115 miles
    Test number
    151078430245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass79,859 miles (+2,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    79,859 miles
    Test number
    780097739266
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass77,724 miles (+3,721)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    77,724 miles
    Test number
    573595538260
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass74,003 miles (+3,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    74,003 miles
    Test number
    733279527252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass70,938 miles (+3,274)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    70,938 miles
    Test number
    810956736243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    67,664 miles
    Test number
    943016435245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T961 DCU

Does T961 DCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T961 DCU expired on 27 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T961 DCU?
The MOT on T961 DCU expired on 27 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T961 DCU done?
T961 DCU was recorded at 162,447 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 4,576 miles a year.
Has T961 DCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T961 DCU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T961 DCU 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 T961 DCU find?
T961 DCU failed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced outer sill; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; coolant leak, and 5 more.

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