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BMW 3 Series

Yellow · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

P765 AFGMOT history

P765 AFG is a yellow petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 1 Jun 2026 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 113,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2025.

P765 AFG yellow BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Jun 2026
Mileage
113,412 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2025
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P765 AFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
3 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P765 AFG was last recorded at 113,412 miles on 2 Jun 2025, 384 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Feb 2019: 108,690 miles, lower than 139,804 miles on 25 Nov 2015.

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
113,028 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
384 miles
Average per year
925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,412 miles
  • 2024 – 112,469 miles
  • 2023 – 112,277 miles
  • 2022 – 111,792 miles
  • 2021 – 111,607 miles
  • 2019 – 110,984 miles
  • 2015 – 139,804 miles
  • 2006 – 99,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,412 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frames corroded o/s and n/sRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlastic under trays and sill covers fitted,rear suspension components corroded o/s and n/sRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryWheel spacers fitted at time of re test

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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner sill corroded hevily but not weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front and rear sub frame corroded,plastic sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,412 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    113,412 miles
    Test number
    717650483173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frames corroded o/s and n/s
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays and sill covers fitted,rear suspension components corroded o/s and n/s
    • AdvisoryWheel spacers fitted at time of re test
  2. Fail113,412 miles (+384)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,412 miles
    Test number
    938716106636
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high o/s and n/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frames corroded o/s and n/s
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays and sill covers fitted,rear suspension components corroded o/s and n/s
    • AdvisoryWheel spacers fitted at time of re test
  3. Fail113,028 miles (+559)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,028 miles
    Test number
    787303499442
    • MajorFront Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both o/s and n/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frames corroded o/s and n/s
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays and sill covers fitted,rear suspension components corroded o/s and n/s
  4. Pass112,469 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    112,469 miles
    Test number
    649446892150
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded hevily but not weakened
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frame corroded,plastic sill covers fitted
  5. Fail112,457 miles (+180)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,457 miles
    Test number
    506850416430
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s and n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorTyre fouling a part of the vehicle all front and rear (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded hevily but not weakened
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frame corroded,plastic sill covers fitted
  6. Pass112,277 miles (+485)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    112,277 miles
    Test number
    309658885211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,792 miles (+185)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    111,792 miles
    Test number
    541762309881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass111,607 miles (+623)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,607 miles
    Test number
    390735488063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,984 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,984 miles
    Test number
    445108769013
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over tank (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Fail110,982 miles (+2,291)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,982 miles
    Test number
    371819283475
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over tank (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass108,691 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    108,691 miles
    Test number
    352720376461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail108,690 miles (-31,114)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,690 miles
    Test number
    334052777549
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake caliper spring clip loose
    • AdvisoryDifferent wheels and tyre size on axles
  13. Pass139,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    139,804 miles
    Test number
    968034993766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail139,804 miles (+40,061)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,804 miles
    Test number
    138806007926
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
  15. Pass99,743 miles (+4,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    99,743 miles
    Test number
    714622166272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass95,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    95,574 miles
    Test number
    402096646016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail95,569 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,569 miles
    Test number
    143556846439
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about P765 AFG

Does P765 AFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P765 AFG expired on 1 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P765 AFG?
The MOT on P765 AFG expired on 1 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P765 AFG done?
P765 AFG was recorded at 113,412 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2025, an average of 925 miles a year.
Has P765 AFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P765 AFG has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on P765 AFG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Feb 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P765 AFG find?
P765 AFG passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front and rear sub frames corroded o/s and n/s, and 2 more.

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