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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

P208 BAPMOT history

P208 BAP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 1997. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 131,941 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 May 2026.

P208 BAP silver 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 3 May 2027
Mileage
131,941 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P208 BAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
16 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
4 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P208 BAP was last recorded at 131,941 miles on 27 Jan 2023, 4,163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,778 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
4,163 miles
Average per year
3,735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,941 miles
  • 2022 – 127,778 miles
  • 2020 – 124,757 miles
  • 2019 – 109,206 miles
  • 2017 – 106,973 miles
  • 2016 – 100,449 miles
  • 2015 – 92,840 miles
  • 2014 – 89,495 miles
  • 2013 – 87,596 miles
  • 2012 – 85,764 miles
  • 2011 – 83,265 miles
  • 2010 – 80,140 miles
  • 2009 – 77,516 miles
  • 2008 – 74,590 miles
  • 2007 – 71,201 miles
  • 2006 – 69,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    962871455663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    787840838814
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    535008536852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail131,941 miles (+4,163)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,941 miles
    Test number
    673475346100
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking points holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass127,778 miles (+3,021)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    127,778 miles
    Test number
    875022046497
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear all brake pipes at axle corroded

  6. Pass124,757 miles (+15,551)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    124,757 miles
    Test number
    551830016313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,206 miles
    Test number
    839616998395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    343685395884
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  9. FailMileage not read2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    771771082329
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  10. Pass106,973 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    106,973 miles
    Test number
    349617048671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail106,973 miles (+6,524)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,973 miles
    Test number
    262831543732
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass100,449 miles (+7,609)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    100,449 miles
    Test number
    244696612491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass92,840 miles (+3,345)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,840 miles
    Test number
    678820315138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,495 miles (+1,899)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    89,495 miles
    Test number
    106087904108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteRear tyres perished and cracked

  15. Pass87,596 miles (+1,832)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    87,596 miles
    Test number
    259625803453
    • 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)
    • NoteSLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN OFF SIDE FRONT STEERING RACK END

  16. Pass85,764 miles (+2,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    85,764 miles
    Test number
    525938002134
    • 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)

  17. Pass83,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    83,265 miles
    Test number
    708642481048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,265 miles (+3,125)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,265 miles
    Test number
    247960881076
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass80,140 miles (+2,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    80,140 miles
    Test number
    363053280066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass77,516 miles (+2,926)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    77,516 miles
    Test number
    314064589011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  21. Pass74,590 miles (+3,389)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    74,590 miles
    Test number
    791958408177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,201 miles (+1,930)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,201 miles
    Test number
    480137307184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    69,271 miles
    Test number
    832198806124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P208 BAP

Does P208 BAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P208 BAP is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P208 BAP?
The MOT on P208 BAP is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P208 BAP done?
P208 BAP was recorded at 131,941 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2023, an average of 3,735 miles a year.
Has P208 BAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P208 BAP has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2026.
Has the mileage on P208 BAP 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 P208 BAP find?
P208 BAP passed its latest MOT on 4 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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