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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

F7 MREMOT history

F7 MRE is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 77,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

F7 MRE 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 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
77,260 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 MRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 MRE was last recorded at 77,260 miles on 19 May 2026, 693 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,567 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
693 miles
Average per year
3,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,260 miles
  • 2025 – 76,567 miles
  • 2024 – 76,291 miles
  • 2023 – 76,215 miles
  • 2022 – 75,864 miles
  • 2021 – 75,839 miles
  • 2020 – 74,996 miles
  • 2019 – 74,853 miles
  • 2018 – 74,699 miles
  • 2017 – 74,317 miles
  • 2016 – 73,772 miles
  • 2015 – 73,342 miles
  • 2014 – 71,430 miles
  • 2013 – 70,152 miles
  • 2012 – 69,930 miles
  • 2011 – 68,379 miles
  • 2010 – 59,483 miles
  • 2009 – 48,156 miles
  • 2008 – 36,592 miles
  • 2007 – 19,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,260 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryHand brake travel highRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both rear tyres starting too perish between tread 255/35/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,260 miles (+693)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    77,260 miles
    Test number
    740363191523
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high

  2. Pass76,567 miles (+276)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    76,567 miles
    Test number
    708884230448
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high

  3. Pass76,291 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    76,291 miles
    Test number
    330293500809
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass76,215 miles (+351)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    76,215 miles
    Test number
    371015141432
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass75,864 miles (+12)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    75,864 miles
    Test number
    647526828028
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting too perish between tread 255/35/18

  6. Fail75,852 miles (+13)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,852 miles
    Test number
    243681684411
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting too perish between tread 255/35/18

  7. Pass75,839 miles (+843)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    75,839 miles
    Test number
    811488647908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,996 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    74,996 miles
    Test number
    803991797256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,853 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,853 miles
    Test number
    878590954155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,699 miles (+382)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    74,699 miles
    Test number
    646583708650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,317 miles (+545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,317 miles
    Test number
    790023320886
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting brokern

  12. Pass73,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,772 miles
    Test number
    486479312200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,772 miles (+430)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,772 miles
    Test number
    914699547983
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass73,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,342 miles
    Test number
    257990265184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,342 miles (+1,912)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,342 miles
    Test number
    808930965141
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass71,430 miles (+1,278)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,430 miles
    Test number
    858589944116
    • NoteExhaust mounting to gearbox brokern but affecting exhaust support

  17. Pass70,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,152 miles
    Test number
    517941263174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,152 miles (+222)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,152 miles
    Test number
    275401463406
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass69,930 miles (+1,551)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    69,930 miles
    Test number
    315893162183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear spring broken but still seated

  20. Pass68,379 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    68,379 miles
    Test number
    858021261135
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail68,379 miles (+8,896)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,379 miles
    Test number
    995924551151
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass59,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,483 miles
    Test number
    513255360130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,483 miles (+11,327)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,483 miles
    Test number
    163343360100
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass48,156 miles (+11,564)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,156 miles
    Test number
    391174869169
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass36,592 miles (+17,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,592 miles
    Test number
    292024268184
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass19,273 miles (+851)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    19,273 miles
    Test number
    613879607100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass18,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    18,422 miles
    Test number
    481452677024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F7 MRE

Does F7 MRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 MRE is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on F7 MRE?
The MOT on F7 MRE is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 MRE done?
F7 MRE was recorded at 77,260 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 3,067 miles a year.
Has F7 MRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 MRE has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2022.
Has the mileage on F7 MRE 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 F7 MRE find?
F7 MRE passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 3 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; hand brake travel high.

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