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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

F7 NBCMOT history

F7 NBC is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 117,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

F7 NBC grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
117,023 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 NBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
24 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 NBC was last recorded at 117,023 miles on 9 May 2026, 17,989 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,034 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
17,989 miles
Average per year
6,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,023 miles
  • 2025 – 99,034 miles
  • 2024 – 95,813 miles
  • 2023 – 93,209 miles
  • 2022 – 90,498 miles
  • 2021 – 87,543 miles
  • 2020 – 86,019 miles
  • 2019 – 80,342 miles
  • 2018 – 64,124 miles
  • 2017 – 57,993 miles
  • 2015 – 47,919 miles
  • 2014 – 38,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,023 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,023 miles (+17,989)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    117,023 miles
    Test number
    920781730322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass99,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    99,034 miles
    Test number
    905943368379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail99,034 miles (+3,221)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,034 miles
    Test number
    720091267239
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass95,813 miles (+2,604)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    95,813 miles
    Test number
    646051696241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass93,209 miles (+2,711)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    93,209 miles
    Test number
    878475722589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,498 miles (+2,955)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    90,498 miles
    Test number
    132993106781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,543 miles (+1,524)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    87,543 miles
    Test number
    707992490502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,019 miles (+5,677)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    86,019 miles
    Test number
    745997096204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,342 miles (+7,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,342 miles
    Test number
    663279017331
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass72,953 miles (+231)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    72,953 miles
    Test number
    253386343702
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view sides (3.2 (b) (i))

  11. Fail72,722 miles (+8,598)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,722 miles
    Test number
    954664629353
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure shoulder deformed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both. black tint (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view sides (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. by 1% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass64,124 miles (+6,131)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    64,124 miles
    Test number
    844583495244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,993 miles (+10,074)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    57,993 miles
    Test number
    719122236164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to vehicle

  14. Pass47,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    47,919 miles
    Test number
    925711911587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,919 miles (+9,141)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,919 miles
    Test number
    693886007533
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass38,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    38,778 miles
    Test number
    737337694296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,778 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,778 miles
    Test number
    865725394247
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about F7 NBC

Does F7 NBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 NBC is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on F7 NBC?
The MOT on F7 NBC is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 NBC done?
F7 NBC was recorded at 117,023 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 6,777 miles a year.
Has F7 NBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 NBC has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on F7 NBC 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 NBC find?
F7 NBC passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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