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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 1996 · 2,793 cc

P644 BPCMOT history

P644 BPC is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 82,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2025.

P644 BPC purple BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
82,055 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,784 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P644 BPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P644 BPC was last recorded at 82,055 miles on 25 Oct 2025, 256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Mar 2011: 67,488 miles, lower than 84,065 miles on 16 Mar 2010.
  • 4 Jul 2013: 74,935 miles, lower than 78,390 miles on 15 Mar 2013.

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
81,799 miles · 6 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
256 miles
Average per year
1,784 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,055 miles
  • 2021 – 81,799 miles
  • 2020 – 81,588 miles
  • 2019 – 81,178 miles
  • 2018 – 80,527 miles
  • 2017 – 79,507 miles
  • 2016 – 78,708 miles
  • 2014 – 76,885 miles
  • 2013 – 74,935 miles
  • 2012 – 71,252 miles
  • 2011 – 67,507 miles
  • 2010 – 84,065 miles
  • 2009 – 57,365 miles
  • 2008 – 52,963 miles
  • 2007 – 50,431 miles
  • 2006 – 46,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,055 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,055 miles (+256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,055 miles
    Test number
    566004483497
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass81,799 miles (+211)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,799 miles
    Test number
    172979011412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,588 miles (+410)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,588 miles
    Test number
    134878760145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass81,178 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    81,178 miles
    Test number
    157075830648
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play nearside and offside rear suspension top arm outer hub ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle underbody + suspension/steering parts various places but not considered excessive

  5. Fail81,178 miles (+651)1 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,178 miles
    Test number
    385495104827
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play nearside and offside rear suspension top arm outer hub ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle underbody + suspension/steering parts various places but not considered excessive

  6. Pass80,527 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    80,527 miles
    Test number
    425463478203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play top hub ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play top hub ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside + offside
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle under body + suspension parts in various places but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside + offside rear shock absorber dust covers insecure + casing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside + offside rear shock absorber top piston sections corroded

  7. Fail80,527 miles (+1,020)2 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,527 miles
    Test number
    331041825050
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play top hub ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play top hub ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside + offside
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle under body + suspension parts in various places but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside + offside rear shock absorber dust covers insecure + casing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside + offside rear shock absorber top piston sections corroded

  8. Pass79,507 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,507 miles
    Test number
    385416458125
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s front outer bushes splitting/cracking (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play n/s o/s + corroded (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s rear shock absorber top piston section around mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre worn close to cords inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre worn close to cords inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s o/s rear suspension top hub ball joints
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s o/s steering rack inner tie rod ends

  9. Fail79,507 miles (+799)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,507 miles
    Test number
    633187020280
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low n/s o/s (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced n/s o/s (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s front outer bushes splitting/cracking (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play n/s o/s + corroded (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s rear shock absorber top piston section around mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre worn close to cords inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre worn close to cords inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s o/s rear suspension top hub ball joints
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s o/s steering rack inner tie rod ends

  10. Pass78,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,708 miles
    Test number
    926538201569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    572696105216
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

  12. FailMileage not read1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    475324860427
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

  13. Pass76,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    76,885 miles
    Test number
    246703734284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,885 miles (+1,950)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,885 miles
    Test number
    907050634288
    • DangerousOffside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass74,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,935 miles
    Test number
    275393693427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,935 miles (-3,455)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,935 miles
    Test number
    398755083196
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass78,390 miles (+4,009)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    78,390 miles
    Test number
    446794373043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  18. Fail74,381 miles (+3,129)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,381 miles
    Test number
    408961773043
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  19. Pass71,252 miles (+3,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,252 miles
    Test number
    686043782028
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass67,507 miles (+19)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,507 miles
    Test number
    118603481093
    • NoteFront discs corroded badly

  21. Fail67,488 miles (-16,577)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,488 miles
    Test number
    186063171463
    • FailureOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs corroded badly

  22. Pass84,065 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    84,065 miles
    Test number
    392485670013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail84,055 miles (+26,690)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,055 miles
    Test number
    354284370046
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass57,365 miles (+4,402)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,365 miles
    Test number
    440961779001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,963 miles (+2,532)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    52,963 miles
    Test number
    704812078090
    • NoteFront ball joints have slight play

  26. Pass50,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    50,431 miles
    Test number
    741067837070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail50,431 miles (+3,580)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,431 miles
    Test number
    484796237008
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass46,851 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,851 miles
    Test number
    473390136044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leaking

Questions about P644 BPC

Does P644 BPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P644 BPC is valid until 24 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on P644 BPC?
The MOT on P644 BPC is valid until 24 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P644 BPC done?
P644 BPC was recorded at 82,055 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2025, an average of 1,784 miles a year.
Has P644 BPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P644 BPC has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on P644 BPC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 14 Mar 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P644 BPC find?
P644 BPC passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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