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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1996 · 2,494 cc

P320 MLOMOT history

P320 MLO is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Oct 1996. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 148,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2025.

P320 MLO black 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 Sept 2026
Mileage
148,732 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P320 MLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Oct 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P320 MLO was last recorded at 148,732 miles on 24 Sept 2025, 131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,601 miles · 25 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
131 miles
Average per year
4,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,732 miles
  • 2022 – 148,601 miles
  • 2020 – 146,870 miles
  • 2019 – 143,682 miles
  • 2016 – 142,613 miles
  • 2013 – 139,190 miles
  • 2011 – 134,892 miles
  • 2010 – 112,372 miles
  • 2009 – 93,103 miles
  • 2008 – 75,206 miles
  • 2007 – 62,050 miles
  • 2006 – 55,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,732 miles

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,732 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    148,732 miles
    Test number
    433147103178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass148,601 miles (+1,731)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    148,601 miles
    Test number
    628831094683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass146,870 miles (+2,028)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    146,870 miles
    Test number
    865283385305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,842 miles (+1,160)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    144,842 miles
    Test number
    424303412766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass143,682 miles (+1,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    143,682 miles
    Test number
    259955308266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point / sill drain (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point / sill drain (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass142,613 miles (+3,423)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    142,613 miles
    Test number
    314439371289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass139,190 miles (+4,298)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    139,190 miles
    Test number
    506590143076
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Fail134,892 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,892 miles
    Test number
    558661071069
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass134,892 miles (+22,520)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    134,892 miles
    Test number
    999881371061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,372 miles (+19,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    112,372 miles
    Test number
    821908150006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass93,103 miles (+129)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    93,103 miles
    Test number
    162736979091
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • Note1 of 3 nuts on exhaust downpipe is loose
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  12. Fail92,974 miles (+17,768)13 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,974 miles
    Test number
    732969069052
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • Note1 of 3 nuts on exhaust downpipe is loose
    • NoteSight wear on edges of o/s/f tyre
    • NoteSlight wear on edges of n/s/f tyre

  13. Pass75,206 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    75,206 miles
    Test number
    521641378049
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail75,206 miles (+13,156)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,206 miles
    Test number
    884781778077
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail62,050 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,050 miles
    Test number
    460117267057
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass62,050 miles (+6,980)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    62,050 miles
    Test number
    611137267095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    55,070 miles
    Test number
    423600376094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,070 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,070 miles
    Test number
    891820676063
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about P320 MLO

Does P320 MLO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P320 MLO expired on 23 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P320 MLO?
The MOT on P320 MLO expired on 23 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P320 MLO done?
P320 MLO was recorded at 148,732 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2025, an average of 4,793 miles a year.
Has P320 MLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P320 MLO has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2011.
Has the mileage on P320 MLO 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 P320 MLO find?
P320 MLO passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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