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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 1996 · 2,793 cc

P302 DDCMOT history

P302 DDC is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 165,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2024.

P302 DDC grey 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 May 2025
Mileage
165,002 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2024
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P302 DDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
22 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2025
Latest MOT test
24 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P302 DDC was last recorded at 165,002 miles on 24 May 2024, 1,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,765 miles · 1 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,237 miles
Average per year
2,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 165,002 miles
  • 2022 – 161,405 miles
  • 2021 – 156,487 miles
  • 2018 – 156,345 miles
  • 2016 – 156,329 miles
  • 2015 – 154,449 miles
  • 2014 – 146,710 miles
  • 2013 – 138,560 miles
  • 2012 – 129,785 miles
  • 2011 – 128,156 miles
  • 2010 – 126,365 miles
  • 2009 – 123,112 miles
  • 2008 – 119,789 miles
  • 2007 – 114,605 miles
  • 2006 – 111,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,002 miles
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,002 miles (+1,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    165,002 miles
    Test number
    547391564648
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Pass163,765 miles (+2,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    163,765 miles
    Test number
    465318265729
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass161,405 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    161,405 miles
    Test number
    236145910359
    • AdvisoryRear sabframe corroded

  4. Fail161,405 miles (+4,918)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,405 miles
    Test number
    350366341384
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sabframe corroded

  5. Pass156,487 miles (+142)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    156,487 miles
    Test number
    469964129226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail156,345 miles (+16)1 dangerous10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,345 miles
    Test number
    954975868926
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt INNER (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps does not illuminate registration plate (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft rubbing cover

  7. Pass156,329 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    156,329 miles
    Test number
    816985580204
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underside sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  8. Fail156,329 miles (+1,880)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,329 miles
    Test number
    316366340963
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides HID Lamps fitted (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underside sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  9. Pass154,449 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    154,449 miles
    Test number
    472472200657
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail154,440 miles (+7,730)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,440 miles
    Test number
    640358167321
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass146,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    146,710 miles
    Test number
    938461884221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail146,710 miles (+8,150)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,710 miles
    Test number
    676879474273
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass138,560 miles (+8,775)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    138,560 miles
    Test number
    335600093256
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePLASTIC SILL COVERS FITTED

  14. Pass129,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    129,785 miles
    Test number
    336205232246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail129,785 miles (+1,629)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,785 miles
    Test number
    889369122280
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass128,156 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    128,156 miles
    Test number
    509894191187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail128,156 miles (+1,791)1 dangerous3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,156 miles
    Test number
    416293991112
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass126,365 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    126,365 miles
    Test number
    352440430241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail126,365 miles (+3,253)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,365 miles
    Test number
    323989820451
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail123,112 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,112 miles
    Test number
    472544709220
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront fog lamps inop

  21. Pass123,112 miles (+19)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    123,112 miles
    Test number
    550844309222
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront fog lamps inop

  22. Fail123,093 miles (+3,304)10 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,093 miles
    Test number
    281162929198
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront fog lamps inop

  23. Pass119,789 miles (+5,184)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    119,789 miles
    Test number
    431524618132
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront fog lamps inoperative

  24. Pass114,605 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    114,605 miles
    Test number
    474255177060
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp inoperative

  25. Fail114,605 miles (+3,125)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,605 miles
    Test number
    991144477039
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp inoperative

  26. Pass111,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    111,480 miles
    Test number
    910867196065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about P302 DDC

Does P302 DDC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P302 DDC expired on 23 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P302 DDC?
The MOT on P302 DDC expired on 23 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P302 DDC done?
P302 DDC was recorded at 165,002 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2024, an average of 2,952 miles a year.
Has P302 DDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P302 DDC has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on P302 DDC 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 P302 DDC find?
P302 DDC passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2024 with 1 advisory: rear subframe corroded.

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