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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

P48 RCVMOT history

P48 RCV is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 100,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

P48 RCV green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
100,602 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P48 RCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
4 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P48 RCV was last recorded at 100,602 miles on 29 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Apr 2026: 100,602 miles, lower than 140,209 miles on 28 Mar 2024.

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
140,209 miles · 28 Mar 2024
Average per year
2,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,602 miles
  • 2024 – 140,209 miles
  • 2023 – 136,238 miles
  • 2021 – 133,000 miles
  • 2019 – 132,565 miles
  • 2018 – 127,257 miles
  • 2017 – 119,491 miles
  • 2016 – 113,863 miles
  • 2015 – 109,827 miles
  • 2014 – 105,068 miles
  • 2013 – 99,894 miles
  • 2012 – 93,210 miles
  • 2011 – 85,186 miles
  • 2010 – 77,282 miles
  • 2009 – 73,023 miles
  • 2008 – 64,429 miles
  • 2007 – 60,739 miles
  • 2006 – 52,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,602 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,602 miles (-39,607)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    100,602 miles
    Test number
    418394057984
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass140,209 miles (+3,971)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    140,209 miles
    Test number
    817364487811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass136,238 miles (+3,238)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    136,238 miles
    Test number
    282000893631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass133,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    133,000 miles
    Test number
    561948660250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail133,000 miles (+435)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,000 miles
    Test number
    400826294005
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play rack end inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass132,565 miles (+5,308)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,565 miles
    Test number
    767790183134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,257 miles (+7,766)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    127,257 miles
    Test number
    190025091230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass119,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    119,491 miles
    Test number
    253727325466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,491 miles (+5,628)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,491 miles
    Test number
    247517373609
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass113,863 miles (+4,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    113,863 miles
    Test number
    532583361219
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  11. Pass109,827 miles (+4,759)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    109,827 miles
    Test number
    485305255191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,068 miles
    Test number
    408133254105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail105,068 miles (+5,174)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,068 miles
    Test number
    417333454150
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass99,894 miles (+6,684)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    99,894 miles
    Test number
    249987853126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,210 miles (+8,024)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    93,210 miles
    Test number
    316331052105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,186 miles (+7,904)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    85,186 miles
    Test number
    527371851142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,282 miles (+3)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    77,282 miles
    Test number
    484599950128
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteRear wiper blade worn excessive

  18. Fail77,279 miles (+4,256)6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,279 miles
    Test number
    263068650477
    • FailureCentre Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOuter Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear wiper blade worn excessive

  19. Pass73,023 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    73,023 miles
    Test number
    671580929027
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Fail73,014 miles (+8,585)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,014 miles
    Test number
    970359519035
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass64,429 miles (+3,690)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    64,429 miles
    Test number
    174226018083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass60,739 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    60,739 miles
    Test number
    734477387055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteMinimal reserve travel on handbrake
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail60,739 miles (+8,410)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,739 miles
    Test number
    623036087078
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteMinimal reserve travel on handbrake
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOnly half of high level brakelight working

  24. Pass52,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    52,329 miles
    Test number
    293448466017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail52,329 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,329 miles
    Test number
    574817066026
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about P48 RCV

Does P48 RCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P48 RCV is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P48 RCV?
The MOT on P48 RCV is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P48 RCV done?
P48 RCV was recorded at 100,602 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 2,397 miles a year.
Has P48 RCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P48 RCV has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on P48 RCV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Apr 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P48 RCV find?
P48 RCV passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust mounting defective, and 2 more.

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