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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 2,494 cc

P464 RYWMOT history

P464 RYW is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

P464 RYW green 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 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
138,380 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,785 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P464 RYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P464 RYW was last recorded at 138,380 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Feb 2011: 113,445 miles, lower than 169,326 miles on 16 Feb 2010.

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
138,111 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
269 miles
Average per year
2,785 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,380 miles
  • 2021 – 137,940 miles
  • 2020 – 137,080 miles
  • 2019 – 135,809 miles
  • 2018 – 134,381 miles
  • 2017 – 132,974 miles
  • 2016 – 131,384 miles
  • 2015 – 129,672 miles
  • 2014 – 127,880 miles
  • 2013 – 125,211 miles
  • 2012 – 119,078 miles
  • 2011 – 113,445 miles
  • 2010 – 169,326 miles
  • 2009 – 103,188 miles
  • 2008 – 96,914 miles
  • 2007 – 90,167 miles
  • 2006 – 83,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,380 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,380 miles (+269)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    138,380 miles
    Test number
    580859933286
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass138,111 miles (+171)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    138,111 miles
    Test number
    756584894680
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perish
    • AdvisoryAll under body corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  3. Pass137,940 miles (+860)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,940 miles
    Test number
    139499393059
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass137,080 miles (+1,271)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    137,080 miles
    Test number
    848274877511
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides ball joint bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension component corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Pass135,809 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    135,809 miles
    Test number
    367959676417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail135,809 miles (+1,428)2 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,809 miles
    Test number
    365660676816
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass134,381 miles (+1,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    134,381 miles
    Test number
    818752883246
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass132,974 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    132,974 miles
    Test number
    938405374773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  9. Fail132,974 miles (+1,590)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,974 miles
    Test number
    572074232426
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass131,384 miles (+1,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    131,384 miles
    Test number
    780866823691
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in wheel

  11. Pass129,672 miles (+2)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    129,672 miles
    Test number
    198087645015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail129,670 miles (+1,790)7 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,670 miles
    Test number
    106083845029
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass127,880 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    127,880 miles
    Test number
    587429244012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail127,880 miles (+2,669)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,880 miles
    Test number
    868689744031
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass125,211 miles (+6,133)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    125,211 miles
    Test number
    859089043037
    • NoteCan't see bottom of rear springs

  16. Pass119,078 miles (+5,633)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    119,078 miles
    Test number
    788275542071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass113,445 miles (-55,881)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    113,445 miles
    Test number
    515636841038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass169,326 miles (+66,138)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    169,326 miles
    Test number
    932017540069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass103,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    103,188 miles
    Test number
    480737349070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail103,188 miles (+6,274)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,188 miles
    Test number
    530877849089
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass96,914 miles (+6,747)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    96,914 miles
    Test number
    343479948078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass90,167 miles (+6,841)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    90,167 miles
    Test number
    413347647050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass83,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    83,326 miles
    Test number
    374054546037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P464 RYW

Does P464 RYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P464 RYW is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on P464 RYW?
The MOT on P464 RYW is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P464 RYW done?
P464 RYW was recorded at 138,380 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 2,785 miles a year.
Has P464 RYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P464 RYW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on P464 RYW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Feb 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P464 RYW find?
P464 RYW passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides trailing arms.

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