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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

BMW 176MOT history

BMW 176 is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 72,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

BMW 176 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 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
72,104 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,065 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
BMW 176
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

BMW 176 was last recorded at 72,104 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,976 miles · 11 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
128 miles
Average per year
4,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,104 miles
  • 2025 – 70,668 miles
  • 2024 – 67,351 miles
  • 2023 – 63,220 miles
  • 2022 – 58,767 miles
  • 2021 – 53,970 miles
  • 2020 – 50,733 miles
  • 2019 – 47,448 miles
  • 2018 – 42,234 miles
  • 2017 – 37,409 miles
  • 2016 – 33,192 miles
  • 2015 – 28,703 miles
  • 2014 – 24,973 miles
  • 2013 – 20,185 miles
  • 2012 – 14,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,104 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,104 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    72,104 miles
    Test number
    438842996720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,976 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    71,976 miles
    Test number
    150317141874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail71,975 miles (+1,307)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,975 miles
    Test number
    998407628498
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass70,668 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    70,668 miles
    Test number
    136103196420
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail70,652 miles (+3,301)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,652 miles
    Test number
    997436948654
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working angel eye (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass67,351 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    67,351 miles
    Test number
    433986803116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  7. Fail67,350 miles (+4,130)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,350 miles
    Test number
    973128010843
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  8. Pass63,220 miles (+4,453)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    63,220 miles
    Test number
    478815927603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass58,767 miles (+4,797)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    58,767 miles
    Test number
    618416827715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,970 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    53,970 miles
    Test number
    500150895148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,733 miles (+3,285)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    50,733 miles
    Test number
    404492783407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass47,448 miles (+5,214)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    47,448 miles
    Test number
    493232862935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,234 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    42,234 miles
    Test number
    275421393055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,230 miles (+4,821)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,230 miles
    Test number
    851229005217
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass37,409 miles (+4,217)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    37,409 miles
    Test number
    462599749838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,192 miles (+4,489)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    33,192 miles
    Test number
    765783940188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,703 miles (+3,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    28,703 miles
    Test number
    779779355119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass24,973 miles (+4,788)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,973 miles
    Test number
    907159044133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,185 miles (+5,636)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    20,185 miles
    Test number
    408977653175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    14,549 miles
    Test number
    976046832128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about BMW 176

What vehicle is registration BMW 176 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BMW 176 on a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Jun 2009. 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 BMW 176 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on BMW 176 is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on BMW 176?
The MOT on BMW 176 is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has BMW 176 done?
BMW 176 was recorded at 72,104 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 4,065 miles a year.
Has BMW 176 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BMW 176 has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on BMW 176 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 BMW 176 find?
BMW 176 passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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