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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

P24 DSBMOT history

P24 DSB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 131,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2022.

P24 DSB blue 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 23 Nov 2023
Mileage
131,431 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P24 DSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P24 DSB was last recorded at 131,431 miles on 24 Nov 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Apr 2016: 123,375 miles, lower than 125,375 miles on 19 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
131,426 miles · 3 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 131,431 miles
  • 2021 – 127,739 miles
  • 2020 – 125,500 miles
  • 2018 – 124,838 miles
  • 2017 – 124,275 miles
  • 2016 – 123,375 miles
  • 2015 – 117,922 miles
  • 2014 – 107,001 miles
  • 2013 – 93,303 miles
  • 2012 – 85,026 miles
  • 2011 – 75,390 miles
  • 2010 – 65,842 miles
  • 2008 – 59,019 miles
  • 2007 – 53,891 miles
  • 2006 – 47,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,431 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryEngine oil level lowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front flexible brake hose insecure
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnderside covers fitted obscuring componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,431 miles (+5)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    131,431 miles
    Test number
    562121827992
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front flexible brake hose insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covers fitted obscuring components

  2. Fail131,426 miles (+3,687)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,426 miles
    Test number
    631080137184
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covers fitted obscuring components

  3. Pass127,739 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    127,739 miles
    Test number
    850109103108
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail127,739 miles (+42)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,739 miles
    Test number
    404531205301
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail127,697 miles (+2,197)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,697 miles
    Test number
    535509466892
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front unable to test nearside front CV joint due to condition of suspension
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass125,500 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    125,500 miles
    Test number
    803700568993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,838 miles (+563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    124,838 miles
    Test number
    382052506672
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  8. Pass124,275 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    124,275 miles
    Test number
    579141949676
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail124,275 miles (+900)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,275 miles
    Test number
    134603690901
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass123,375 miles (-2,000)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    123,375 miles
    Test number
    215603127823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,375 miles (+7,453)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,375 miles
    Test number
    610831957068
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass117,922 miles (+10,921)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    117,922 miles
    Test number
    425294695008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,001 miles (+13,698)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,001 miles
    Test number
    909388884070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,303 miles (+8,277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    93,303 miles
    Test number
    169776393438
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass85,026 miles (+9,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    85,026 miles
    Test number
    258241292081
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass75,390 miles (+9,548)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    75,390 miles
    Test number
    747295681027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,842 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,842 miles
    Test number
    464112090054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,817 miles (+6,798)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,817 miles
    Test number
    310738680077
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass59,019 miles (+5,128)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    59,019 miles
    Test number
    643974758146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,891 miles (+6,631)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    53,891 miles
    Test number
    943778207104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    47,260 miles
    Test number
    271999606472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P24 DSB

Does P24 DSB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P24 DSB expired on 23 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P24 DSB?
The MOT on P24 DSB expired on 23 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P24 DSB done?
P24 DSB was recorded at 131,431 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2022, an average of 5,071 miles a year.
Has P24 DSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P24 DSB has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on P24 DSB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P24 DSB find?
P24 DSB passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2022 with 2 minor defects and 13 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 12 more.

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