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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,796 cc

P73 BAAMOT history

P73 BAA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Nov 1996. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 83,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

P73 BAA blue 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 14 May 2027
Mileage
83,342 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P73 BAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
22 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P73 BAA was last recorded at 83,342 miles on 15 May 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
83,310 miles · 9 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
9 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,342 miles
  • 2022 – 83,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,342 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and ferules, various places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,342 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    83,342 miles
    Test number
    654219766716
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass83,310 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,310 miles
    Test number
    107753823974
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    228641525511
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and ferules, various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    754346680719
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and ferules, various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    643471318676
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    823900679567
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. FailMileage not read2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    394853319197
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    413262152307
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. FailMileage not read1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    696607759739
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    297605032181
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  11. PassMileage not read11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    231905075329
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various, and ferules (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    393861801890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    305675244363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    649237733347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    313579712077
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    626536442310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    527193241387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    472264140446
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  19. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    264339649338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    444223448306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    344715047320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    152789936334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    210137945372
    • NoteMileometer not displaying mileage correctly.

Questions about P73 BAA

Does P73 BAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P73 BAA is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P73 BAA?
The MOT on P73 BAA is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P73 BAA done?
P73 BAA was recorded at 83,342 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 9 miles a year.
Has P73 BAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P73 BAA has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on P73 BAA 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 P73 BAA find?
P73 BAA passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 2 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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