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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

23 FAMOT history

23 FA is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 104,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

23 FA blue 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 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
104,322 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
23 FA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

23 FA was last recorded at 104,322 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 11,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,243 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,079 miles
Average per year
5,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,322 miles
  • 2025 – 93,243 miles
  • 2024 – 84,658 miles
  • 2023 – 72,932 miles
  • 2022 – 52,789 miles
  • 2021 – 41,892 miles
  • 2020 – 39,047 miles
  • 2019 – 36,652 miles
  • 2018 – 33,884 miles
  • 2017 – 32,112 miles
  • 2016 – 29,666 miles
  • 2015 – 27,898 miles
  • 2014 – 25,304 miles
  • 2013 – 22,486 miles
  • 2012 – 20,048 miles
  • 2011 – 17,857 miles
  • 2010 – 15,588 miles
  • 2009 – 12,772 miles
  • 2008 – 9,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,322 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,322 miles (+11,079)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    104,322 miles
    Test number
    317763688287
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass93,243 miles (+8,585)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    93,243 miles
    Test number
    611392615754
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,658 miles (+11,726)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    84,658 miles
    Test number
    398884950549
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass72,932 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,932 miles
    Test number
    936091634908
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail72,931 miles (+20,142)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,931 miles
    Test number
    259403208872
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass52,789 miles (+10,897)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    52,789 miles
    Test number
    501219069951
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass41,892 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    41,892 miles
    Test number
    701256074732
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail41,892 miles (+2,845)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,892 miles
    Test number
    766177692919
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass39,047 miles (+2,395)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    39,047 miles
    Test number
    888899928195
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass36,652 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    36,652 miles
    Test number
    393283845339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3/4 worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail36,652 miles (+2,768)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,652 miles
    Test number
    406463251492
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3/4 worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass33,884 miles (+1,772)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    33,884 miles
    Test number
    882953588266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,112 miles (+2,446)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    32,112 miles
    Test number
    178219927866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,666 miles (+1,768)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    29,666 miles
    Test number
    556015394929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass27,898 miles (+2,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    27,898 miles
    Test number
    608413880956
    • 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)

  16. Pass25,304 miles (+2,818)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    25,304 miles
    Test number
    728646064283
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass22,486 miles (+2,438)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    22,486 miles
    Test number
    207047763246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,048 miles (+2,191)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    20,048 miles
    Test number
    777020372272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,857 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    17,857 miles
    Test number
    418555161233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,588 miles (+2,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    15,588 miles
    Test number
    790253460253
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

  21. Pass12,772 miles (+2,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    12,772 miles
    Test number
    440919659292
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass9,794 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    9,794 miles
    Test number
    841974778225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail9,792 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,792 miles
    Test number
    590766868214
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Questions about 23 FA

What vehicle is registration 23 FA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 23 FA on a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2005. 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 23 FA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 23 FA is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 23 FA?
The MOT on 23 FA is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 23 FA done?
23 FA was recorded at 104,322 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 5,241 miles a year.
Has 23 FA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 23 FA has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on 23 FA 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 23 FA find?
23 FA passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 2 more.

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