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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 2,993 cc

C5 MTVMOT history

C5 MTV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2014. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 113,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

C5 MTV grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
113,964 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 MTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
22 Dec 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 MTV was last recorded at 113,964 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,958 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
11,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,964 miles
  • 2025 – 98,944 miles
  • 2024 – 85,491 miles
  • 2023 – 71,348 miles
  • 2022 – 57,790 miles
  • 2021 – 48,146 miles
  • 2020 – 40,286 miles
  • 2018 – 29,056 miles
  • 2017 – 21,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,964 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Passenger And Drivers Front Stone Chips (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack inner joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 1 Dec 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,964 miles (+6)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    113,964 miles
    Test number
    476201803676
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Passenger And Drivers Front Stone Chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail113,958 miles (+15,014)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,958 miles
    Test number
    324054534471
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack end

  3. Pass98,944 miles (+13,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    98,944 miles
    Test number
    375788947460
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass85,491 miles (+14,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    85,491 miles
    Test number
    652510050226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass71,348 miles (+47)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    71,348 miles
    Test number
    488481010783
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail71,301 miles (+13,511)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,301 miles
    Test number
    531228922286
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear seat folded at time of test unable to fully check seatbelt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear seat folded at time of test unable to fully check seatbelt

  7. Pass57,790 miles (+9,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    57,790 miles
    Test number
    985543838397
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass48,146 miles (+7,860)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    48,146 miles
    Test number
    392156473033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,286 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    40,286 miles
    Test number
    133132946743
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail40,269 miles (+11,213)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,269 miles
    Test number
    650605664060
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass29,056 miles (+7,314)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    29,056 miles
    Test number
    953772734313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass21,742 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    21,742 miles
    Test number
    920841538444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail21,559 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,559 miles
    Test number
    403576793349
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about C5 MTV

Does C5 MTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 MTV is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 MTV?
The MOT on C5 MTV is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 MTV done?
C5 MTV was recorded at 113,964 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 11,303 miles a year.
Has C5 MTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 MTV has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 MTV 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 MTV find?
C5 MTV passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view passenger and drivers front stone chips; nearside rear rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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