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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,995 cc

AVI 7787MOT history

AVI 7787 is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 67,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

AVI 7787 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 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
67,055 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
AVI 7787
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

AVI 7787 was last recorded at 67,055 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 5,018 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,037 miles · 7 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,018 miles
Average per year
2,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 67,055 miles
  • 2024 – 62,037 miles
  • 2023 – 53,450 miles
  • 2022 – 47,207 miles
  • 2021 – 44,370 miles
  • 2020 – 44,345 miles
  • 2019 – 44,121 miles
  • 2018 – 43,799 miles
  • 2017 – 42,883 miles
  • 2016 – 42,502 miles
  • 2015 – 42,003 miles
  • 2014 – 41,136 miles
  • 2013 – 40,049 miles
  • 2012 – 38,138 miles
  • 2011 – 36,867 miles
  • 2010 – 34,560 miles
  • 2009 – 32,590 miles
  • 2008 – 31,572 miles
  • 2007 – 29,051 miles
  • 2006 – 24,110 miles
  • 2005 – 19,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,055 miles
  • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all four disc slight scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,055 miles (+5,018)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    67,055 miles
    Test number
    748472925192
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all four disc slight scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  2. Pass62,037 miles (+8,587)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    62,037 miles
    Test number
    764386722676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass53,450 miles (+6,243)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    53,450 miles
    Test number
    292084849523
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake binding on
  4. Pass47,207 miles (+2,837)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    47,207 miles
    Test number
    119509544590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass44,370 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    44,370 miles
    Test number
    992255657295
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail44,370 miles (+25)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,370 miles
    Test number
    814730462951
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass44,345 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    44,345 miles
    Test number
    940639282795
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail44,341 miles (+220)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,341 miles
    Test number
    649743321957
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass44,121 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,121 miles
    Test number
    860636582585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,799 miles (+916)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    43,799 miles
    Test number
    431849053625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass42,883 miles (+381)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    42,883 miles
    Test number
    529588414255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,502 miles (+499)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    42,502 miles
    Test number
    831345381787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Pass42,003 miles (+867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    42,003 miles
    Test number
    749983110790
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  14. Pass41,136 miles (+1,087)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    41,136 miles
    Test number
    548141014303
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass40,049 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    40,049 miles
    Test number
    216401633336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,138 miles (+1,271)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,138 miles
    Test number
    346334112351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,867 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,867 miles
    Test number
    708698911399
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  18. Pass36,867 miles (+2,307)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    36,867 miles
    Test number
    856608011328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,560 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,560 miles
    Test number
    203485130327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked.
  20. Fail34,560 miles (+1,970)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,560 miles
    Test number
    502575430306
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked.
  21. Pass32,590 miles (+1,018)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    32,590 miles
    Test number
    613695639374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre tread perished.
  22. Pass31,572 miles (+2,521)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,572 miles
    Test number
    510186438314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,051 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,051 miles
    Test number
    362514037342
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass29,051 miles (+4,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,051 miles
    Test number
    632444837326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass24,110 miles (+4,820)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    24,110 miles
    Test number
    734225836367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,290 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    19,290 miles
    Test number
    554619235310
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about AVI 7787

What vehicle is registration AVI 7787 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show AVI 7787 on a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Mar 2002. 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 AVI 7787 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on AVI 7787 is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on AVI 7787?
The MOT on AVI 7787 is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has AVI 7787 done?
AVI 7787 was recorded at 67,055 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 2,383 miles a year.
Has AVI 7787 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. AVI 7787 has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on AVI 7787 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 AVI 7787 find?
AVI 7787 passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: brake warning device malfunctioning or defective; brake disc worn, but not excessively all four disc slight scored; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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