BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

MEP 158MOT history

MEP 158 is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 84,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

MEP 158 black 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 13 Jun 2027
Mileage
84,727 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,713 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for MEP 158 in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
MEP 158
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
22 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MEP 158 was last recorded at 84,727 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 2,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,727 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,000 miles
Average per year
4,713 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,727 miles
  • 2025 – 82,727 miles
  • 2024 – 80,169 miles
  • 2023 – 77,314 miles
  • 2022 – 75,366 miles
  • 2021 – 74,339 miles
  • 2020 – 72,122 miles
  • 2019 – 69,089 miles
  • 2018 – 67,332 miles
  • 2017 – 58,471 miles
  • 2016 – 50,164 miles
  • 2015 – 43,768 miles
  • 2014 – 35,107 miles
  • 2013 – 25,702 miles
  • 2012 – 18,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,727 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,727 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    84,727 miles
    Test number
    465856913412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail84,715 miles (+1,988)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,715 miles
    Test number
    816346031833
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront coolant leak under inlet manifold
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass82,727 miles (+2,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    82,727 miles
    Test number
    130474848766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass80,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    80,169 miles
    Test number
    748480898271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail80,169 miles (+2,855)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,169 miles
    Test number
    251018060870
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass77,314 miles (+1,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    77,314 miles
    Test number
    188140920153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass75,366 miles (+1,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    75,366 miles
    Test number
    250110941452
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass74,339 miles (+2,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    74,339 miles
    Test number
    707340968413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass72,122 miles (+3,033)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    72,122 miles
    Test number
    822079227885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass69,089 miles (+1,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    69,089 miles
    Test number
    274769881408
    • AdvisoryExhaust starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisorySome steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

  11. Pass67,332 miles (+8,861)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,332 miles
    Test number
    201424249510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,471 miles
    Test number
    533815831645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,471 miles (+103)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,471 miles
    Test number
    161365205414
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  14. Fail58,368 miles (+8,204)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,368 miles
    Test number
    429870524326
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryEngine mangement light came on during emmision test
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine covers and under trays on vehicle

  15. Pass50,164 miles (+6,396)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    50,164 miles
    Test number
    621315357351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    43,768 miles
    Test number
    378039495118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,768 miles (+8,661)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,768 miles
    Test number
    587139095171
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

  18. Pass35,107 miles (+9,405)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    35,107 miles
    Test number
    735108294100
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass25,702 miles (+6,738)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    25,702 miles
    Test number
    848704113219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,964 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    18,964 miles
    Test number
    216667372499
    • NoteFront tyres low on edges keep check
    • NotePassenger side rear tyre 3mm keep check

Questions about MEP 158

What vehicle is registration MEP 158 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MEP 158 on a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jul 2009. 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 MEP 158 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MEP 158 is valid until 13 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on MEP 158?
The MOT on MEP 158 is valid until 13 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MEP 158 done?
MEP 158 was recorded at 84,727 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 4,713 miles a year.
Has MEP 158 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MEP 158 has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on MEP 158 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 MEP 158 find?
MEP 158 passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front coil spring corroded.

Related registrations

Browse all ME registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.