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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

M40 ATPMOT history

M40 ATP is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 174,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

M40 ATP silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
174,851 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M40 ATP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M40 ATP was last recorded at 174,851 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 6,990 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,861 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,990 miles
Average per year
8,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,851 miles
  • 2025 – 167,861 miles
  • 2024 – 156,728 miles
  • 2023 – 148,313 miles
  • 2022 – 139,436 miles
  • 2021 – 131,609 miles
  • 2020 – 123,728 miles
  • 2019 – 112,559 miles
  • 2018 – 99,824 miles
  • 2017 – 85,295 miles
  • 2016 – 80,313 miles
  • 2015 – 74,755 miles
  • 2014 – 67,360 miles
  • 2013 – 59,323 miles
  • 2012 – 48,363 miles
  • 2011 – 40,109 miles
  • 2009 – 30,445 miles
  • 2008 – 23,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,851 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material VARIOUS (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded OSF + NSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,851 miles (+6,990)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    174,851 miles
    Test number
    224529275626
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material VARIOUS (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded OSF + NSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Pass167,861 miles (+11,133)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    167,861 miles
    Test number
    169897172189
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage + slightly corroded (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass156,728 miles (+8,415)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    156,728 miles
    Test number
    675596279389
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass148,313 miles (+8,877)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    148,313 miles
    Test number
    759806347465
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Turbo & rear main (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass139,436 miles (+7,827)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    139,436 miles
    Test number
    636584901817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Under tray slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension bushes deteriorating

  6. Pass131,609 miles (+7,881)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    131,609 miles
    Test number
    261267189242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen

  7. Pass123,728 miles (+11,169)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    123,728 miles
    Test number
    235912142506
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass112,559 miles (+12,735)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    112,559 miles
    Test number
    698031710252
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop breaking up
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes perishing

  9. Pass99,824 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    99,824 miles
    Test number
    678748152477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail99,824 miles (+14,529)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,824 miles
    Test number
    102839567476
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass85,295 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    85,295 miles
    Test number
    833098861206
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder body panels loose

  12. Fail85,295 miles (+4,982)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,295 miles
    Test number
    974069175390
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder body panels loose

  13. Pass80,313 miles (+57)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    80,313 miles
    Test number
    373612499411
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside rear from flexi hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively offside and nearside (3.7.B.3)

  14. Fail80,256 miles (+5,501)8 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,256 miles
    Test number
    941392411992
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded offside and nearside front (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort offside and nearside (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside rear from flexi hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively offside and nearside (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass74,755 miles (+7,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,755 miles
    Test number
    349557264986
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass67,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    67,360 miles
    Test number
    377071664212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail67,360 miles (+8,037)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,360 miles
    Test number
    398439854272
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail59,323 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,323 miles
    Test number
    245592743232
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass59,323 miles (+3,128)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,323 miles
    Test number
    397422643202
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass56,195 miles (+7,832)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    56,195 miles
    Test number
    377328753072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass48,363 miles (+8,254)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,363 miles
    Test number
    378723162005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass40,109 miles (+9,664)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,109 miles
    Test number
    678734561078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,445 miles (+6,809)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,445 miles
    Test number
    712127449265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,636 miles
    Test number
    780754758281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M40 ATP

Does M40 ATP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M40 ATP is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on M40 ATP?
The MOT on M40 ATP is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M40 ATP done?
M40 ATP was recorded at 174,851 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 8,410 miles a year.
Has M40 ATP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M40 ATP has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on M40 ATP 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 M40 ATP find?
M40 ATP passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various; coil spring corroded osf + nsr, and 9 more.

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