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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

C5 CEYMOT history

C5 CEY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 123,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

C5 CEY blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
123,917 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 CEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 CEY was last recorded at 123,917 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,917 miles · 24 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,917 miles
  • 2023 – 122,769 miles
  • 2022 – 121,680 miles
  • 2021 – 119,965 miles
  • 2020 – 119,442 miles
  • 2019 – 118,114 miles
  • 2018 – 115,042 miles
  • 2017 – 112,842 miles
  • 2016 – 110,865 miles
  • 2015 – 107,928 miles
  • 2014 – 96,561 miles
  • 2013 – 81,515 miles
  • 2012 – 70,753 miles
  • 2011 – 68,141 miles
  • 2010 – 64,334 miles
  • 2009 – 60,283 miles
  • 2008 – 56,000 miles
  • 2006 – 40,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,917 miles
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,917 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    123,917 miles
    Test number
    258871140891
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail123,917 miles (+1,148)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,917 miles
    Test number
    670012014083
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass122,769 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,769 miles
    Test number
    863889508142
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very slight (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both have cracking/perishing have just met pass criteria (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  4. Fail122,769 miles (+1,089)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,769 miles
    Test number
    988907276259
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very slight (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both have cracking/perishing have just met pass criteria (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  5. Pass121,680 miles (+1,715)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    121,680 miles
    Test number
    149602591287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass119,965 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    119,965 miles
    Test number
    823618071774
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail119,965 miles (+523)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,965 miles
    Test number
    555763129768
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass119,442 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    119,442 miles
    Test number
    334872632796
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush at hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (side of fuel tank) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush at hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rear silencer mount (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail119,442 miles (+1,328)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,442 miles
    Test number
    847776390210
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush at hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (side of fuel tank) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush at hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rear silencer mount (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass118,114 miles (+3,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,114 miles
    Test number
    813195642182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass115,042 miles (+2,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    115,042 miles
    Test number
    405883588366
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass112,842 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    112,842 miles
    Test number
    766099069518
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe clipped to old corroded brake pipe left on vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail112,836 miles (+1,971)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,836 miles
    Test number
    589142078510
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint inner ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe clipped to old corroded brake pipe left on vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass110,865 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    110,865 miles
    Test number
    320939961567
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately front to rear brake pipe cable tied to old pipe (3.6.A.3)

  15. Fail110,865 miles (+2,937)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,865 miles
    Test number
    269774996924
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately front to rear brake pipe cable tied to old pipe (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper bump stop worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper bump stop worn

  16. Pass107,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    107,928 miles
    Test number
    335599225276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail107,928 miles (+11,367)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,928 miles
    Test number
    695639225245
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass96,561 miles (+445)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,561 miles
    Test number
    398588324127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail96,116 miles (+14,601)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,116 miles
    Test number
    298509414121
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass81,515 miles (+10,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    81,515 miles
    Test number
    987530883043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  21. Pass70,753 miles (+2,612)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,753 miles
    Test number
    606702482061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,141 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    68,141 miles
    Test number
    435497761057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,334 miles (+27)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,334 miles
    Test number
    931351670058
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low
    • NoteGeneral exhaust corrossion
    • NoteGeneral underbody corrossion
    • NoteSTRONG ADVISORY: Large amounts of play in nearside front lower suspension arm rear bush
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  24. Fail64,307 miles (+4,024)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,307 miles
    Test number
    452769760024
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low
    • NoteGeneral exhaust corrossion
    • NoteGeneral underbody corrossion
    • NoteSTRONG ADVISORY: Large amounts of play in nearside front lower suspension arm rear bush
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  25. Pass60,283 miles (+4,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,283 miles
    Test number
    812839169041
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  26. Pass56,000 miles (+15,173)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,000 miles
    Test number
    191373378055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,827 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    40,827 miles
    Test number
    380753896263
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about C5 CEY

Does C5 CEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 CEY is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 CEY?
The MOT on C5 CEY is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 CEY done?
C5 CEY was recorded at 123,917 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 4,222 miles a year.
Has C5 CEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 CEY has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 CEY 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 C5 CEY find?
C5 CEY passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: all direction indicators slightly discoloured; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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