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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1996 · 2,494 cc

C5 CMPMOT history

C5 CMP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 115,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

C5 CMP silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
115,112 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 CMP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 CMP was last recorded at 115,112 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 3,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,794 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,318 miles
Average per year
3,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,112 miles
  • 2025 – 111,794 miles
  • 2024 – 108,220 miles
  • 2023 – 98,732 miles
  • 2022 – 98,138 miles
  • 2021 – 96,847 miles
  • 2020 – 95,319 miles
  • 2018 – 90,321 miles
  • 2017 – 85,965 miles
  • 2016 – 82,146 miles
  • 2015 – 79,255 miles
  • 2014 – 73,898 miles
  • 2012 – 68,225 miles
  • 2011 – 64,075 miles
  • 2010 – 60,374 miles
  • 2009 – 56,780 miles
  • 2008 – 53,664 miles
  • 2007 – 49,046 miles
  • 2006 – 47,387 miles
  • 2005 – 47,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,112 miles
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Lowered suspension fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Slight play in n/s steering rack end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,112 miles (+3,318)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    115,112 miles
    Test number
    376539407408
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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))

  2. Pass111,794 miles (+3,574)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    111,794 miles
    Test number
    126336454828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass108,220 miles (+9,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    108,220 miles
    Test number
    388079252590
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass98,732 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    98,732 miles
    Test number
    586065270175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding when rotated by hand
    • AdvisoryLowered suspension fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s steering rack end

  5. Fail98,732 miles (+1)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,732 miles
    Test number
    584729184174
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding when rotated by hand
    • AdvisoryLowered suspension fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s steering rack end

  6. Fail98,731 miles (+593)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,731 miles
    Test number
    729352219507
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLowered suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s front brake binding when rotated by hand
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s steering rack end

  7. Pass98,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    98,138 miles
    Test number
    503320008489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail98,122 miles (+1,275)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,122 miles
    Test number
    916744449330
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass96,847 miles (+1,528)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,847 miles
    Test number
    128082426454
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  10. Pass95,319 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,319 miles
    Test number
    654909955903
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail95,319 miles (+4,998)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,319 miles
    Test number
    783245520963
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass90,321 miles (+4,356)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    90,321 miles
    Test number
    163590310794
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under all of vehicle

  13. Pass85,965 miles (+3,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    85,965 miles
    Test number
    715795843692
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn rubber coupling

  14. Pass82,146 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,146 miles
    Test number
    359270111254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,142 miles (+2,887)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,142 miles
    Test number
    236646896073
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass79,255 miles (+65)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    79,255 miles
    Test number
    305721745079
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  17. Fail79,190 miles (+5,292)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,190 miles
    Test number
    769748525014
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  18. Pass73,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,898 miles
    Test number
    699516704018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,898 miles (+5,673)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,898 miles
    Test number
    549836704039
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  20. Pass68,225 miles (+4,150)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    68,225 miles
    Test number
    496576122396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,075 miles (+3,701)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    64,075 miles
    Test number
    479181281258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    60,374 miles
    Test number
    331381690239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail60,374 miles (+3,594)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,374 miles
    Test number
    384599980285
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass56,780 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    56,780 miles
    Test number
    582863689281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail56,780 miles (+3,116)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,780 miles
    Test number
    760833989234
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass53,664 miles (+4,618)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    53,664 miles
    Test number
    132052398247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass49,046 miles (+1,659)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    49,046 miles
    Test number
    840986087264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,387 miles (+208)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    47,387 miles
    Test number
    650114896233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass47,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    47,179 miles
    Test number
    354573695223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 CMP

Does C5 CMP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 CMP is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 CMP?
The MOT on C5 CMP is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 CMP done?
C5 CMP was recorded at 115,112 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 3,273 miles a year.
Has C5 CMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 CMP has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on C5 CMP 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 CMP find?
C5 CMP passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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