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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

7 CLLMOT history

7 CLL is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 22,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

7 CLL silver 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 13 May 2027
Mileage
22,703 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,059 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
7 CLL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

7 CLL was last recorded at 22,703 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
21,739 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
964 miles
Average per year
1,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 22,703 miles
  • 2025 – 21,739 miles
  • 2024 – 20,291 miles
  • 2023 – 19,766 miles
  • 2022 – 18,194 miles
  • 2021 – 14,000 miles
  • 2020 – 13,659 miles
  • 2019 – 12,946 miles
  • 2018 – 12,405 miles
  • 2017 – 11,711 miles
  • 2016 – 11,036 miles
  • 2015 – 10,324 miles
  • 2014 – 9,491 miles
  • 2013 – 8,722 miles
  • 2012 – 7,727 miles
  • 2011 – 6,817 miles
  • 2010 – 5,942 miles
  • 2009 – 4,745 miles
  • 2008 – 3,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass22,703 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass22,703 miles (+964)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    22,703 miles
    Test number
    354727375883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass21,739 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    21,739 miles
    Test number
    660687076554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail21,739 miles (+1,448)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,739 miles
    Test number
    704088188215
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass20,291 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    20,291 miles
    Test number
    202481275867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail20,291 miles (+525)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,291 miles
    Test number
    231718683191
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass19,766 miles (+1,572)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    19,766 miles
    Test number
    967021951503
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass18,194 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    18,194 miles
    Test number
    562895301779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail18,194 miles (+4,194)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,194 miles
    Test number
    909874597860
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass14,000 miles (+341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    14,000 miles
    Test number
    133802186590
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass13,659 miles (+713)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    13,659 miles
    Test number
    511392999507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass12,946 miles (+541)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    12,946 miles
    Test number
    167626647988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass12,405 miles (+694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    12,405 miles
    Test number
    749926902648
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres have sidewall damage
  13. Pass11,711 miles (+675)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    11,711 miles
    Test number
    435306170522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass11,036 miles (+712)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    11,036 miles
    Test number
    839807608315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass10,324 miles (+833)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    10,324 miles
    Test number
    987368695186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass9,491 miles (+769)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    9,491 miles
    Test number
    588157794129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass8,722 miles (+995)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    8,722 miles
    Test number
    356655803427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass7,727 miles (+910)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    7,727 miles
    Test number
    808118482103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass6,817 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    6,817 miles
    Test number
    305873901440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass5,942 miles (+1,197)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    5,942 miles
    Test number
    370193900497
    • NoteBoth N/S/R and O/S/F tyres outer edges have cuts but not showing cords.
  21. Pass4,745 miles (+797)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    4,745 miles
    Test number
    624024809227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass3,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    3,948 miles
    Test number
    102514618266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 7 CLL

What vehicle is registration 7 CLL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 7 CLL on a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 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 7 CLL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 7 CLL is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 7 CLL?
The MOT on 7 CLL is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 7 CLL done?
7 CLL was recorded at 22,703 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 1,059 miles a year.
Has 7 CLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 7 CLL has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2025.
Has the mileage on 7 CLL 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 7 CLL find?
7 CLL passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front inner steering linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front inner steering linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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