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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

P29 PLPMOT history

P29 PLP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 37 MOT tests, with 160,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

P29 PLP silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
160,816 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
37
22 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P29 PLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P29 PLP was last recorded at 160,816 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,816 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,816 miles
  • 2025 – 157,525 miles
  • 2024 – 153,813 miles
  • 2023 – 148,909 miles
  • 2022 – 143,891 miles
  • 2021 – 137,714 miles
  • 2020 – 132,889 miles
  • 2019 – 128,910 miles
  • 2018 – 123,664 miles
  • 2017 – 118,434 miles
  • 2016 – 113,182 miles
  • 2015 – 107,399 miles
  • 2014 – 101,829 miles
  • 2013 – 95,780 miles
  • 2012 – 88,996 miles
  • 2011 – 79,398 miles
  • 2010 – 72,831 miles
  • 2009 – 65,304 miles
  • 2008 – 55,987 miles
  • 2007 – 46,098 miles
  • 2006 – 37,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,816 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

37 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    160,816 miles
    Test number
    790964183494
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail160,816 miles (+3,291)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,816 miles
    Test number
    393247272678
    • MajorFront Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass157,525 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    157,525 miles
    Test number
    962070618221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail157,525 miles (+3,712)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,525 miles
    Test number
    893789804138
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass153,813 miles (+4,904)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    153,813 miles
    Test number
    261181136386
    • MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass148,909 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    148,909 miles
    Test number
    555311415330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail148,908 miles (+5,017)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,908 miles
    Test number
    491938207535
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass143,891 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    143,891 miles
    Test number
    250458522081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake just to req efficiency
    • AdvisoryServo hose slightly deteriorated at manifold end

  9. Fail143,874 miles (+6,160)3 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,874 miles
    Test number
    530031323477
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm- low wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake just to req efficiency
    • AdvisoryServo hose slightly deteriorated at manifold end

  10. Pass137,714 miles (+34)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    137,714 miles
    Test number
    376185334264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm- very heavy wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm- slight surface splitting on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo hose slightly deteriorated- rubber section

  11. Fail137,680 miles (+4,791)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,680 miles
    Test number
    292615209288
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm- very heavy wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm- slight surface splitting on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo hose slightly deteriorated- rubber section
    • AdvisoryOffside indicator lens missing

  12. Pass132,889 miles (+3,979)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    132,889 miles
    Test number
    373223815831
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just to req efficiency
    • AdvisoryRubber section of brake servo hose deteriorated- collapsing slightly

  13. Pass128,910 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    128,910 miles
    Test number
    881377935085
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake just to req efficiency

  14. Fail128,910 miles (+5,246)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,910 miles
    Test number
    719697192104
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake just to req efficiency

  15. Pass123,664 miles (+270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    123,664 miles
    Test number
    797298974790
    • AdvisoryOff-side front tyre perished on outer sidewall.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear sections of both front to rear brake pipes.

  16. Fail123,394 miles (+4,960)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,394 miles
    Test number
    120134405644
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOff-side front tyre perished on outer sidewall.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear sections of both front to rear brake pipes.

  17. Pass118,434 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,434 miles
    Test number
    802932696276
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  18. Fail118,381 miles (+5,199)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,381 miles
    Test number
    636770388402
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick scraping disc (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  19. Pass113,182 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    113,182 miles
    Test number
    642670055197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm and badly cracking on side of tread . (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail113,182 miles (+5,783)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,182 miles
    Test number
    683074183183
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper split (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm and badly cracking on side of tread . (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass107,399 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    107,399 miles
    Test number
    746010075174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front jacking block missing .

  22. Fail107,396 miles (+5,567)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,396 miles
    Test number
    215229265150
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front jacking block missing .

  23. Pass101,829 miles (+12)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    101,829 miles
    Test number
    286504264449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cracks apearing on sidewall .

  24. Fail101,817 miles (+6,037)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,817 miles
    Test number
    135883364159
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cracks apearing on sidewall .

  25. Pass95,780 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    95,780 miles
    Test number
    238652963198
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside front jacking point rubber missing .
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate .

  26. Fail95,780 miles (+6,784)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,780 miles
    Test number
    766252763172
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside front jacking point rubber missing .
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate .

  27. Pass88,996 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    88,996 miles
    Test number
    715447562193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail88,991 miles (+9,593)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,991 miles
    Test number
    445785462195
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front brake slightly binding

  29. Pass79,398 miles (+6,567)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,398 miles
    Test number
    195528351115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  30. Pass72,831 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    72,831 miles
    Test number
    432982360146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail72,793 miles (+7,489)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,793 miles
    Test number
    824190460116
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass65,304 miles (+9,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    65,304 miles
    Test number
    534362269123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass55,987 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    55,987 miles
    Test number
    202597358164
    • NoteFront brake pads 80% worn & discs worn

  34. Fail55,987 miles (+9,889)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,987 miles
    Test number
    800727958114
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake pads 80% worn & discs worn

  35. Pass46,098 miles (+1,317)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    46,098 miles
    Test number
    213396357405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass44,781 miles (+7,659)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    44,781 miles
    Test number
    823618317038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass37,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    37,122 miles
    Test number
    571617926046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P29 PLP

Does P29 PLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P29 PLP is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on P29 PLP?
The MOT on P29 PLP is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P29 PLP done?
P29 PLP was recorded at 160,816 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 5,982 miles a year.
Has P29 PLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P29 PLP has failed 15 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on P29 PLP 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 P29 PLP find?
P29 PLP passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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