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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T966 RTOMOT history

T966 RTO is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 145,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
145,326 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T966 RTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T966 RTO was last recorded at 145,326 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,313 miles · 27 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
3,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,326 miles
  • 2025 – 142,783 miles
  • 2024 – 141,134 miles
  • 2023 – 139,812 miles
  • 2022 – 137,341 miles
  • 2021 – 134,209 miles
  • 2020 – 133,278 miles
  • 2019 – 131,535 miles
  • 2018 – 130,435 miles
  • 2017 – 128,361 miles
  • 2016 – 125,663 miles
  • 2015 – 122,337 miles
  • 2014 – 118,740 miles
  • 2013 – 115,371 miles
  • 2012 – 111,939 miles
  • 2011 – 107,981 miles
  • 2010 – 102,556 miles
  • 2009 – 97,208 miles
  • 2008 – 93,023 miles
  • 2007 – 85,083 miles
  • 2006 – 76,349 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,326 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

33 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,326 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    145,326 miles
    Test number
    151084882654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail145,313 miles (+2,530)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,313 miles
    Test number
    255890011791
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass142,783 miles (+1,649)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    142,783 miles
    Test number
    787567756596
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass141,134 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    141,134 miles
    Test number
    988357262446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail141,134 miles (+1,322)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,134 miles
    Test number
    369490771192
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass139,812 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    139,812 miles
    Test number
    230041073826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail139,811 miles (+2,470)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,811 miles
    Test number
    257942153646
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust system very hot at the rear silencer worried about risk of fire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass137,341 miles (+3,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    137,341 miles
    Test number
    898453183102
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass134,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    134,209 miles
    Test number
    331596333022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail134,209 miles (+931)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,209 miles
    Test number
    294987864360
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass133,278 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    133,278 miles
    Test number
    515979635336
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Fail133,278 miles (+1,743)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,278 miles
    Test number
    551908063874
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass131,535 miles (+1,100)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    131,535 miles
    Test number
    313434438667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  14. Pass130,435 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    130,435 miles
    Test number
    698426459388
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail130,433 miles (+2,072)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,433 miles
    Test number
    949913847468
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass128,361 miles (+2,698)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    128,361 miles
    Test number
    365399652978
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOff-side outer body sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just met 17%

  17. Pass125,663 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    125,663 miles
    Test number
    208369013330
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just met

  18. Fail125,658 miles (+3,321)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,658 miles
    Test number
    211338973670
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNear-side rear tyre cracking

  19. Pass122,337 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    122,337 miles
    Test number
    438030225083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteNear-side rear tyre cracking

  20. Fail122,337 miles (+3,597)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,337 miles
    Test number
    349859115078
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteNear-side rear tyre cracking

  21. Pass118,740 miles (+3,369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    118,740 miles
    Test number
    947687934001
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass115,371 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    115,371 miles
    Test number
    207264543007
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail115,371 miles (+3,432)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,371 miles
    Test number
    678712343030
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine oil level below minimum, topped up 1 litre...
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread on 3mm...

  24. Pass111,939 miles (+3,958)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    111,939 miles
    Test number
    125059932035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCondensation in the near-side headlamp
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteOff-side steering track rod slightly worn
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly(possibly parking brake)

  25. Pass107,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    107,981 miles
    Test number
    867727241042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail107,981 miles (+5,425)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,981 miles
    Test number
    457870141065
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/r brake starting to bind

  27. Pass102,556 miles (+5,348)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    102,556 miles
    Test number
    543780400108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass97,208 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    97,208 miles
    Test number
    354200999087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Fail97,201 miles (+4,178)4 failures2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,201 miles
    Test number
    381063689086
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  30. Pass93,023 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    93,023 miles
    Test number
    702308198002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  31. Fail93,015 miles (+7,932)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,015 miles
    Test number
    692523298075
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  32. Pass85,083 miles (+8,734)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    85,083 miles
    Test number
    363417167060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass76,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    76,349 miles
    Test number
    911300396099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T966 RTO

Does T966 RTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T966 RTO is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T966 RTO?
The MOT on T966 RTO is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T966 RTO done?
T966 RTO was recorded at 145,326 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 3,476 miles a year.
Has T966 RTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T966 RTO has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T966 RTO 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 T966 RTO find?
T966 RTO passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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