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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

B20 RBRMOT history

B20 RBR is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 101,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2023.

B20 RBR black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2024
Mileage
101,353 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 RBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 RBR was last recorded at 101,353 miles on 5 Apr 2023, 2,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,020 miles · 1 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
2,333 miles
Average per year
5,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,353 miles
  • 2021 – 99,020 miles
  • 2020 – 85,754 miles
  • 2019 – 82,115 miles
  • 2018 – 77,556 miles
  • 2017 – 67,898 miles
  • 2016 – 63,983 miles
  • 2015 – 55,127 miles
  • 2014 – 50,239 miles
  • 2013 – 44,580 miles
  • 2012 – 38,901 miles
  • 2011 – 37,288 miles
  • 2010 – 34,771 miles
  • 2009 – 32,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,353 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 TYRES LOW ON EDGES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,353 miles (+2,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    101,353 miles
    Test number
    390886429441
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass99,020 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,020 miles
    Test number
    158625127502
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail99,020 miles (+13,266)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,020 miles
    Test number
    478466813678
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass85,754 miles (+3,639)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,754 miles
    Test number
    220809423679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,115 miles (+4,559)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,115 miles
    Test number
    199691968051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,556 miles (+9,658)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    77,556 miles
    Test number
    800107508832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Pass67,898 miles (+3,915)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    67,898 miles
    Test number
    702383877094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,983 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,983 miles
    Test number
    501155485936
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRES LOW ON EDGES

  9. Fail63,983 miles (+8,856)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,983 miles
    Test number
    431920180507
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRES LOW ON EDGES

  10. Pass55,127 miles (+4,888)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    55,127 miles
    Test number
    535871925027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail50,239 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,239 miles
    Test number
    249620204137
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside horn switch not working

  12. Pass50,239 miles (+5,659)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,239 miles
    Test number
    707440104133
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside horn switch not working

  13. Pass44,580 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    44,580 miles
    Test number
    429278703121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail44,487 miles (+5,586)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,487 miles
    Test number
    396922903179
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass38,901 miles (+1,613)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,901 miles
    Test number
    329228702131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,288 miles (+2,517)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,288 miles
    Test number
    988302621214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,771 miles (+2,071)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    34,771 miles
    Test number
    320416620439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,700 miles (+1,531)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    32,700 miles
    Test number
    774684049238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,169 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    31,169 miles
    Test number
    223676959164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,136 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,136 miles
    Test number
    684583059187
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about B20 RBR

Does B20 RBR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B20 RBR expired on 4 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B20 RBR?
The MOT on B20 RBR expired on 4 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B20 RBR done?
B20 RBR was recorded at 101,353 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2023, an average of 5,074 miles a year.
Has B20 RBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 RBR has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on B20 RBR 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 B20 RBR find?
B20 RBR passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2023 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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