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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,896 cc

P613 DBWMOT history

P613 DBW is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 123,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2023.

P613 DBW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2024
Mileage
123,879 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P613 DBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
16 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P613 DBW was last recorded at 123,879 miles on 3 Apr 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,876 miles · 14 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 123,879 miles
  • 2021 – 117,916 miles
  • 2020 – 112,818 miles
  • 2019 – 106,300 miles
  • 2018 – 101,943 miles
  • 2017 – 98,576 miles
  • 2016 – 95,319 miles
  • 2015 – 91,926 miles
  • 2014 – 88,095 miles
  • 2013 – 84,263 miles
  • 2012 – 79,607 miles
  • 2011 – 74,627 miles
  • 2010 – 65,669 miles
  • 2009 – 61,176 miles
  • 2008 – 56,906 miles
  • 2007 – 48,984 miles
  • 2006 – 43,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,879 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,879 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    123,879 miles
    Test number
    577171560287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,876 miles (+5,960)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,876 miles
    Test number
    580259322819
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass117,916 miles (+5,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    117,916 miles
    Test number
    468996843021
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle under sealed

  4. Pass112,818 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    112,818 miles
    Test number
    108510149322
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body surface and suspension rust

  5. Fail112,808 miles (+6,508)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,808 miles
    Test number
    434281775193
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body surface and suspension rust

  6. Pass106,300 miles (+4,357)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    106,300 miles
    Test number
    635801684939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass101,943 miles (+3,367)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    101,943 miles
    Test number
    527968329748
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass98,576 miles (+3,257)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    98,576 miles
    Test number
    784097102321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,319 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    95,319 miles
    Test number
    410986845690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,926 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    91,926 miles
    Test number
    437198127686
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  11. Fail91,865 miles (+3,770)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,865 miles
    Test number
    865815089864
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  12. Pass88,095 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    88,095 miles
    Test number
    318281544248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail88,094 miles (+3,831)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,094 miles
    Test number
    745320944280
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHeat sheild loose

  14. Pass84,263 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    84,263 miles
    Test number
    355423933401
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)
    • NoteO/s/r shock deteriated

  15. Fail84,263 miles (+4,656)10 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,263 miles
    Test number
    797981733264
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)
    • NoteO/s/r shock deteriated

  16. Pass79,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,607 miles
    Test number
    699582362246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,607 miles (+4,980)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,607 miles
    Test number
    416176252235
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine overheated during emissions test

  18. Pass74,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,627 miles
    Test number
    505675631275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,627 miles (+8,958)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,627 miles
    Test number
    368104631466
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside 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)

  20. Pass65,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    65,669 miles
    Test number
    202846960263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail65,669 miles (+4,493)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,669 miles
    Test number
    620634160286
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  22. Pass61,176 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    61,176 miles
    Test number
    343158139409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail61,165 miles (+4,259)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,165 miles
    Test number
    224996639288
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass56,906 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    56,906 miles
    Test number
    730673638278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail56,872 miles (+7,888)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,872 miles
    Test number
    870991828228
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  26. Pass48,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,984 miles
    Test number
    220102267066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail48,984 miles (+4,986)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,984 miles
    Test number
    812792367076
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass43,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    43,998 miles
    Test number
    290601666039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P613 DBW

Does P613 DBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P613 DBW expired on 2 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P613 DBW?
The MOT on P613 DBW expired on 2 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P613 DBW done?
P613 DBW was recorded at 123,879 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2023, an average of 4,675 miles a year.
Has P613 DBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P613 DBW has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on P613 DBW 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 P613 DBW find?
P613 DBW passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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