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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

HEF 3MOT history

HEF 3 is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2024 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 117,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2023.

HEF 3 black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2024
Mileage
117,380 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2023
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,366 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
HEF 3
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

HEF 3 was last recorded at 117,380 miles on 3 Dec 2023, 4,633 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
112,747 miles · 27 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4,633 miles
Average per year
5,366 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 117,380 miles
  • 2022 – 112,747 miles
  • 2021 – 108,766 miles
  • 2020 – 104,299 miles
  • 2019 – 99,310 miles
  • 2018 – 91,520 miles
  • 2017 – 82,190 miles
  • 2014 – 77,952 miles
  • 2013 – 66,592 miles
  • 2012 – 55,925 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,380 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,380 miles (+4,633)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    117,380 miles
    Test number
    316133618721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,747 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    112,747 miles
    Test number
    862444126346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 265/30x20 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail112,747 miles (+3,981)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,747 miles
    Test number
    339514059957
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid WASHER FLUID ADDED/TOPPED UP (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 265/30x20 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass108,766 miles (+4,467)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,766 miles
    Test number
    266594175962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass104,299 miles (+4,989)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,299 miles
    Test number
    855583274593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass99,310 miles (+7,790)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    99,310 miles
    Test number
    110229179026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,520 miles (+9,330)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    91,520 miles
    Test number
    750211160166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear number plate light dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate light dim
    • AdvisoryPark brake orange light on dash.

  8. Pass82,190 miles (+4,238)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    82,190 miles
    Test number
    921993878989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,952 miles (+11,360)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    77,952 miles
    Test number
    785880234322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,592 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,592 miles
    Test number
    459410583173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning on dash
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut on inner side

  11. Fail66,592 miles (+10,667)1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,592 miles
    Test number
    476380883100
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning on dash
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut on inner side

  12. Pass55,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    55,925 miles
    Test number
    136202272173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about HEF 3

What vehicle is registration HEF 3 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show HEF 3 on a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 May 2008. 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 HEF 3 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on HEF 3 expired on 2 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on HEF 3?
The MOT on HEF 3 expired on 2 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has HEF 3 done?
HEF 3 was recorded at 117,380 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2023, an average of 5,366 miles a year.
Has HEF 3 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. HEF 3 has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on HEF 3 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 HEF 3 find?
HEF 3 passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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