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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

222 VHMOT history

222 VH is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 2 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 110,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

222 VH black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Feb 2027
Mileage
110,241 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
222 VH
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

222 VH was last recorded at 110,241 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,234 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,241 miles
  • 2025 – 110,234 miles
  • 2024 – 110,199 miles
  • 2023 – 110,178 miles
  • 2022 – 108,120 miles
  • 2021 – 106,050 miles
  • 2020 – 103,976 miles
  • 2019 – 99,730 miles
  • 2018 – 97,155 miles
  • 2017 – 93,628 miles
  • 2016 – 85,883 miles
  • 2015 – 84,557 miles
  • 2014 – 82,022 miles
  • 2013 – 76,497 miles
  • 2012 – 68,128 miles
  • 2011 – 63,294 miles
  • 2010 – 56,795 miles
  • 2009 – 50,244 miles
  • 2008 – 43,992 miles
  • 2007 – 36,258 miles
  • 2006 – 24,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,241 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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,241 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    110,241 miles
    Test number
    230721618666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass110,234 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    110,234 miles
    Test number
    584489424938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass110,199 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    110,199 miles
    Test number
    639603454831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,178 miles (+2,058)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,178 miles
    Test number
    688936854218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,120 miles (+2,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,120 miles
    Test number
    748448226719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass106,050 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,050 miles
    Test number
    307814829462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,976 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    103,976 miles
    Test number
    869542093608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail103,976 miles (+4,246)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,976 miles
    Test number
    505431291677
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass99,730 miles (+2,575)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,730 miles
    Test number
    216854030360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,155 miles (+3,527)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,155 miles
    Test number
    735531080190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,628 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    93,628 miles
    Test number
    176260733807
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  12. Fail93,628 miles (+7,745)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,628 miles
    Test number
    229724560759
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  13. Pass85,883 miles (+1,326)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    85,883 miles
    Test number
    825757598992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,557 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    84,557 miles
    Test number
    755352015144
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteNearside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

  15. Fail84,557 miles (+2,535)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,557 miles
    Test number
    895542815179
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteNearside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

  16. Pass82,022 miles (+5,525)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,022 miles
    Test number
    265724384092
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing close to legal limit 1.6mm in places
    • NoteNearside front brake binding slightly

  17. Fail76,497 miles3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,497 miles
    Test number
    369605913185
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass76,497 miles (+8,369)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    76,497 miles
    Test number
    687585413124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass68,128 miles (+4,834)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    68,128 miles
    Test number
    115367492406
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass63,294 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    63,294 miles
    Test number
    446847641145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,290 miles (+6,495)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,290 miles
    Test number
    279995341485
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass56,795 miles (+6,551)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,795 miles
    Test number
    600525140175
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on edges

  23. Pass50,244 miles (+6,252)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,244 miles
    Test number
    210848449455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber upper bushes worn

  24. Pass43,992 miles (+7,734)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,992 miles
    Test number
    373945858198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,258 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    36,258 miles
    Test number
    741241757152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,051 miles (+11,295)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    36,051 miles
    Test number
    114004927198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,756 miles
    Test number
    181875726128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 222 VH

What vehicle is registration 222 VH currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 222 VH on a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 2 May 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 222 VH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 222 VH is valid until 21 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 222 VH?
The MOT on 222 VH is valid until 21 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 222 VH done?
222 VH was recorded at 110,241 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 4,331 miles a year.
Has 222 VH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 222 VH has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on 222 VH 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 222 VH find?
222 VH passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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