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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

256 BMWMOT history

256 BMW is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,060 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

256 BMW 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 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
82,060 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
256 BMW
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

256 BMW was last recorded at 82,060 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,060 miles · 22 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,060 miles
  • 2025 – 74,650 miles
  • 2024 – 67,611 miles
  • 2023 – 62,913 miles
  • 2022 – 57,159 miles
  • 2021 – 50,889 miles
  • 2020 – 45,018 miles
  • 2019 – 39,149 miles
  • 2018 – 33,079 miles
  • 2017 – 30,284 miles
  • 2016 – 29,251 miles
  • 2015 – 26,617 miles
  • 2014 – 24,209 miles
  • 2013 – 21,801 miles
  • 2012 – 19,545 miles
  • 2011 – 15,938 miles
  • 2010 – 13,162 miles
  • 2009 – 11,582 miles
  • 2008 – 10,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,060 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,060 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    82,060 miles
    Test number
    282813813095
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail82,060 miles (+7,410)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,060 miles
    Test number
    415415062569
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached bolts loose on lower mount (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass74,650 miles (+7,039)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    74,650 miles
    Test number
    470034334356
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass67,611 miles (+4,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    67,611 miles
    Test number
    684611189466
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass62,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    62,913 miles
    Test number
    187074172845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail62,913 miles (+5,754)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,913 miles
    Test number
    794564971705
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass57,159 miles (+6,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    57,159 miles
    Test number
    744158878376
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass50,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    50,889 miles
    Test number
    960605998741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail50,889 miles (+5,871)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,889 miles
    Test number
    804088854962
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x2 both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass45,018 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    45,018 miles
    Test number
    302882579509
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail45,018 miles (+5,869)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,018 miles
    Test number
    786271221178
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass39,149 miles (+6,070)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    39,149 miles
    Test number
    998020732943
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass33,079 miles (+2,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    33,079 miles
    Test number
    838538073579
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass30,284 miles (+1,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    30,284 miles
    Test number
    482611114736
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted obscuring some components

  15. Pass29,251 miles (+2,634)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,251 miles
    Test number
    377916246201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,617 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    26,617 miles
    Test number
    783828856023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,209 miles (+2,408)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    24,209 miles
    Test number
    778858114263
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass21,801 miles (+2,256)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    21,801 miles
    Test number
    187581113234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,545 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    19,545 miles
    Test number
    347027412459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,938 miles (+2,776)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    15,938 miles
    Test number
    345072821428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,162 miles (+1,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    13,162 miles
    Test number
    433255310202
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass11,582 miles (+1,462)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    11,582 miles
    Test number
    783192119218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    10,120 miles
    Test number
    392440718204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 256 BMW

What vehicle is registration 256 BMW currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 256 BMW on a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Aug 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 256 BMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 256 BMW is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 256 BMW?
The MOT on 256 BMW is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 256 BMW done?
256 BMW was recorded at 82,060 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 4,018 miles a year.
Has 256 BMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 256 BMW has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on 256 BMW 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 256 BMW find?
256 BMW passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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