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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

DSV 705MOT history

DSV 705 is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 116,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

DSV 705 silver 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 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
116,200 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DSV 705
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

DSV 705 was last recorded at 116,200 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 6,296 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Apr 2019: 61,205 miles, lower than 119,945 miles on 26 Apr 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
109,904 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,296 miles
Average per year
6,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,200 miles
  • 2024 – 109,904 miles
  • 2023 – 101,961 miles
  • 2022 – 95,500 miles
  • 2021 – 85,814 miles
  • 2020 – 78,018 miles
  • 2019 – 61,205 miles
  • 2018 – 119,945 miles
  • 2017 – 44,308 miles
  • 2016 – 38,833 miles
  • 2015 – 36,859 miles
  • 2014 – 34,276 miles
  • 2013 – 30,496 miles
  • 2012 – 26,989 miles
  • 2011 – 23,230 miles
  • 2010 – 16,686 miles
  • 2009 – 10,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,200 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close to limits (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,200 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    116,200 miles
    Test number
    503930003269
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close to limits (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail116,200 miles (+6,296)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,200 miles
    Test number
    587188988606
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close to limits (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass109,904 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    109,904 miles
    Test number
    513840498226
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail109,904 miles (+7,943)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,904 miles
    Test number
    189764560338
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass101,961 miles (+6,461)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    101,961 miles
    Test number
    416696961846
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side to flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to flex (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass95,500 miles (+383)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    95,500 miles
    Test number
    339025004781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,117 miles (+9,303)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,117 miles
    Test number
    310495241762
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass85,814 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    85,814 miles
    Test number
    443580136590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,740 miles (+7,722)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,740 miles
    Test number
    592674898653
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

  10. Pass78,018 miles (+16,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,018 miles
    Test number
    355580261735
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All Four (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass61,205 miles (-58,740)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,205 miles
    Test number
    152269637489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass119,945 miles (+75,637)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    119,945 miles
    Test number
    148317293307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,308 miles (+5,475)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,308 miles
    Test number
    818914737446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    38,833 miles
    Test number
    453875032948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,833 miles (+1,974)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,833 miles
    Test number
    285376231627
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  16. Pass36,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    36,859 miles
    Test number
    425031025149
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail36,859 miles (+2,583)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,859 miles
    Test number
    165254315138
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass34,276 miles (+3,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,276 miles
    Test number
    937456114183
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  19. Pass30,496 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    30,496 miles
    Test number
    216770013151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail30,496 miles (+3,507)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,496 miles
    Test number
    449790113189
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass26,989 miles (+3,759)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    26,989 miles
    Test number
    558602612164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass23,230 miles (+6,544)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,230 miles
    Test number
    219923411178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,686 miles (+6,684)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    16,686 miles
    Test number
    760925800159
    • NoteNearside front tyre not wearing normally on its outer edges.
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing very low on its outer edges and also has a punchure. 205-55-v16.

  24. Pass10,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    10,002 miles
    Test number
    324158299098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DSV 705

What vehicle is registration DSV 705 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DSV 705 on a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2006. 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 DSV 705 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DSV 705 is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on DSV 705?
The MOT on DSV 705 is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DSV 705 done?
DSV 705 was recorded at 116,200 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 6,370 miles a year.
Has DSV 705 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DSV 705 has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on DSV 705 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Apr 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on DSV 705 find?
DSV 705 passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on outer edges; offside rear nail in tyre; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close to limits.

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