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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 2,000 cc

C5 WDNMOT history

C5 WDN is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 110,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

C5 WDN grey 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 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
110,039 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 WDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 WDN was last recorded at 110,039 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 1,165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,874 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,165 miles
Average per year
7,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,039 miles
  • 2025 – 108,874 miles
  • 2024 – 100,245 miles
  • 2023 – 91,905 miles
  • 2021 – 83,020 miles
  • 2020 – 70,743 miles
  • 2019 – 62,182 miles
  • 2018 – 56,273 miles
  • 2017 – 47,268 miles
  • 2016 – 35,732 miles
  • 2015 – 28,846 miles
  • 2014 – 21,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,039 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,039 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    110,039 miles
    Test number
    902920871394
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail110,036 miles (+1,162)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,036 miles
    Test number
    148719495280
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass108,874 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    108,874 miles
    Test number
    232893736203
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail108,874 miles (+8,629)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,874 miles
    Test number
    593892621210
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass100,245 miles (+8,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    100,245 miles
    Test number
    133232279345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass91,905 miles (+8,885)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    91,905 miles
    Test number
    929785009148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    83,020 miles
    Test number
    727824242440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail83,020 miles (+7,639)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,020 miles
    Test number
    269279587474
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass75,381 miles (+4,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    75,381 miles
    Test number
    787479821429
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass70,743 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,743 miles
    Test number
    868320956353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail70,696 miles (+8,514)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    491878781009
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi pipe (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Sound deadening material insecure flexi pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass62,182 miles (+5,909)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    62,182 miles
    Test number
    334082122504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    56,273 miles
    Test number
    494311434371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,273 miles (+9,005)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,273 miles
    Test number
    188639971532
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

  15. Pass47,268 miles (+11,536)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,268 miles
    Test number
    428562617618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,732 miles
    Test number
    539151726124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,732 miles (+6,886)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,732 miles
    Test number
    374419668228
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass28,846 miles (+7,798)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,846 miles
    Test number
    715278965048
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass21,048 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    21,048 miles
    Test number
    226953174054
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail21,048 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,048 miles
    Test number
    256503574016
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about C5 WDN

Does C5 WDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 WDN is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 WDN?
The MOT on C5 WDN is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 WDN done?
C5 WDN was recorded at 110,039 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 7,364 miles a year.
Has C5 WDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 WDN has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 WDN 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 WDN find?
C5 WDN passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 2 more.

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