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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 2,494 cc

M646 BLEMOT history

M646 BLE is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Oct 1994. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 102,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2023
Mileage
102,840 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M646 BLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
21 Oct 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

M646 BLE was last recorded at 102,840 miles on 18 Apr 2022, 147 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,693 miles · 13 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
147 miles
Average per year
3,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 102,840 miles
  • 2020 – 102,024 miles
  • 2019 – 100,292 miles
  • 2018 – 96,467 miles
  • 2017 – 92,476 miles
  • 2016 – 88,252 miles
  • 2015 – 84,239 miles
  • 2014 – 75,513 miles
  • 2013 – 70,606 miles
  • 2012 – 64,681 miles
  • 2011 – 60,001 miles
  • 2010 – 54,767 miles
  • 2009 – 52,732 miles
  • 2008 – 52,719 miles
  • 2007 – 51,027 miles
  • 2006 – 48,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,840 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,840 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    102,840 miles
    Test number
    634485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail102,693 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,693 miles
    Test number
    623210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail102,528 miles (+504)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,528 miles
    Test number
    285259789489
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component

  4. Pass102,024 miles (+1,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,024 miles
    Test number
    317038063838
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass100,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,292 miles
    Test number
    149827450596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail100,292 miles (+3,825)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,292 miles
    Test number
    766231881345
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting BOOT FLOOR (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass96,467 miles (+3,991)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,467 miles
    Test number
    963925271286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass92,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    92,476 miles
    Test number
    424774163981
    • AdvisoryTracking Recomended

  9. Fail92,476 miles (+4,224)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,476 miles
    Test number
    852116546899
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTracking Recomended

  10. Pass88,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    88,252 miles
    Test number
    132350835684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail88,252 miles (+4,013)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,252 miles
    Test number
    316574769398
    • Repaired at testOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass84,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    84,239 miles
    Test number
    179802348576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail84,239 miles (+4,240)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,239 miles
    Test number
    401417278680
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass79,999 miles (+4,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,999 miles
    Test number
    296450215073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass75,513 miles (+4,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,513 miles
    Test number
    668137754009
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass70,606 miles (+5,925)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    70,606 miles
    Test number
    635952983077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,681 miles (+4,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,681 miles
    Test number
    178760572069
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

  18. Pass60,001 miles (+5,234)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,001 miles
    Test number
    755814791054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,767 miles
    Test number
    912666590051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,767 miles (+2,035)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,767 miles
    Test number
    711701290091
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  21. Pass52,732 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,732 miles
    Test number
    784929329182
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass52,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    52,719 miles
    Test number
    362443048143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,710 miles (+1,683)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,710 miles
    Test number
    362653948114
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass51,027 miles (+2,787)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,027 miles
    Test number
    224280997083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,240 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,240 miles
    Test number
    400863096066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail48,240 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,240 miles
    Test number
    430183296011
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about M646 BLE

Does M646 BLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M646 BLE expired on 17 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M646 BLE?
The MOT on M646 BLE expired on 17 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M646 BLE done?
M646 BLE was recorded at 102,840 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2022, an average of 3,404 miles a year.
Has M646 BLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M646 BLE has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on M646 BLE 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 M646 BLE find?
M646 BLE passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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