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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

P57 DPKMOT history

P57 DPK is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Mar 1997. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 101,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2026.

P57 DPK silver 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 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
101,350 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P57 DPK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
21 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P57 DPK was last recorded at 101,350 miles on 10 Jan 2026, 4,944 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,406 miles · 24 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,944 miles
Average per year
3,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,350 miles
  • 2024 – 96,406 miles
  • 2023 – 91,769 miles
  • 2022 – 88,728 miles
  • 2021 – 81,327 miles
  • 2020 – 72,510 miles
  • 2019 – 63,138 miles
  • 2018 – 62,248 miles
  • 2017 – 60,963 miles
  • 2016 – 59,218 miles
  • 2015 – 57,454 miles
  • 2014 – 54,728 miles
  • 2013 – 53,549 miles
  • 2012 – 52,469 miles
  • 2011 – 50,889 miles
  • 2010 – 48,379 miles
  • 2009 – 46,725 miles
  • 2008 – 45,102 miles
  • 2007 – 42,863 miles
  • 2006 – 40,046 miles
  • 2005 – 37,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,350 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Power steering fluid.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,350 miles (+4,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    101,350 miles
    Test number
    587540940963
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass96,406 miles (+4,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    96,406 miles
    Test number
    641173646602
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass91,769 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    91,769 miles
    Test number
    902214012542
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail91,735 miles (+12)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,735 miles
    Test number
    607586844709
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Power steering fluid. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail91,723 miles (+2,995)9 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,723 miles
    Test number
    526765556902
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Engine temperature to high. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor/jacking point. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor/Jacking point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose and sensor wires not fully securely mounted.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber to hub bolts incompatible, securely mounted at time of test.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber to hub bolts incompatible, securely mounted at time of test.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Power steering fluid. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose and sensor wires not fully securely mounted.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass88,728 miles (+7,401)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    88,728 miles
    Test number
    596086796800
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL ROUND (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play N/S/F & O/S/F (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security JACKING POINT (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/R & N/S/R BRAKE PIPES ABOVE AXLE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose REAR EXHAUST SUPPORT MOUNT MODIFIED (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT & REAR (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil N/S/F, N/S/R, O/S/R (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass81,327 miles (+8,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,327 miles
    Test number
    100009833752
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security JACKING POINT (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/R & N/S/R BRAKE PIPES ABOVE AXLE (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass72,510 miles (+9,372)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    72,510 miles
    Test number
    511655184220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,138 miles (+890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,138 miles
    Test number
    931445098188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass62,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,248 miles
    Test number
    328431751484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,248 miles (+1,285)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,248 miles
    Test number
    458191212151
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass60,963 miles (+1,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,963 miles
    Test number
    632961689428
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass59,218 miles (+1,764)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,218 miles
    Test number
    911638938806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,454 miles (+2,726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,454 miles
    Test number
    971287180979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass54,728 miles (+1,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    54,728 miles
    Test number
    899963464200
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass53,549 miles (+1,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    53,549 miles
    Test number
    955738463228
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass52,469 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    52,469 miles
    Test number
    128536862201
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail52,469 miles (+1,580)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,469 miles
    Test number
    467206362266
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass50,889 miles (+2,510)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    50,889 miles
    Test number
    309867371486
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass48,379 miles (+1,654)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,379 miles
    Test number
    922041130246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,725 miles (+1,623)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,725 miles
    Test number
    144807829298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    45,102 miles
    Test number
    984253248269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,101 miles (+2,238)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,101 miles
    Test number
    584573748221
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass42,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    42,863 miles
    Test number
    110620337209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail42,863 miles (+2,817)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,863 miles
    Test number
    733470637202
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass40,046 miles (+2,427)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,046 miles
    Test number
    811763436210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    37,619 miles
    Test number
    150253255231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P57 DPK

Does P57 DPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P57 DPK is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on P57 DPK?
The MOT on P57 DPK is valid until 9 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P57 DPK done?
P57 DPK was recorded at 101,350 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2026, an average of 3,134 miles a year.
Has P57 DPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P57 DPK has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on P57 DPK 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 P57 DPK find?
P57 DPK passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage.

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