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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 1996 · 1,999 cc

P765 LRVMOT history

P765 LRV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 111,461 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

P765 LRV grey 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 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
111,461 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P765 LRV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
9 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P765 LRV was last recorded at 111,461 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 14,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,757 miles · 11 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
14,704 miles
Average per year
3,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,461 miles
  • 2024 – 96,757 miles
  • 2023 – 92,659 miles
  • 2022 – 92,459 miles
  • 2021 – 89,846 miles
  • 2020 – 87,856 miles
  • 2019 – 84,953 miles
  • 2018 – 81,620 miles
  • 2017 – 77,703 miles
  • 2016 – 74,308 miles
  • 2015 – 70,502 miles
  • 2014 – 66,863 miles
  • 2013 – 63,751 miles
  • 2012 – 60,343 miles
  • 2011 – 54,606 miles
  • 2010 – 49,742 miles
  • 2009 – 48,734 miles
  • 2008 – 47,318 miles
  • 2007 – 45,953 miles
  • 2006 – 44,732 miles
  • 2005 – 43,662 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,461 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    111,461 miles
    Test number
    924627789185
    • 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))

  2. Fail111,461 miles (+14,704)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,461 miles
    Test number
    632630684354
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (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))

  3. Pass96,757 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    96,757 miles
    Test number
    404466994219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail96,757 miles (+4,098)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,757 miles
    Test number
    113295951743
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass92,659 miles (+200)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    92,659 miles
    Test number
    801290297631
    • MinorCentral Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass92,459 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    92,459 miles
    Test number
    595376890688
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both fenders have surface rust
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has surface rust

  7. Fail92,459 miles (+2,613)1 repaired1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,459 miles
    Test number
    813985800499
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both fenders have surface rust
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has surface rust

  8. Pass89,846 miles (+1,990)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,846 miles
    Test number
    283785372133
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass87,856 miles (+2,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    87,856 miles
    Test number
    170240098553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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))

  10. Pass84,953 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,953 miles
    Test number
    710759595103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail84,951 miles (+3,331)5 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,951 miles
    Test number
    253396983453
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached Due to corrosion at top shock body mounting (new shock and top mount washer required) (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass81,620 miles (+3,917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,620 miles
    Test number
    972517841169
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber shaft corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroded

  13. Pass77,703 miles (+3,395)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,703 miles
    Test number
    328887313197
    • AdvisoryGearbox exhaust bracket deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber piston corroded

  14. Pass74,308 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    74,308 miles
    Test number
    296445965329
    • AdvisoryFront brake reaction bushes weak
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber shaft corroded

  15. Fail74,308 miles (+3,806)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,308 miles
    Test number
    163030037858
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake reaction bushes weak
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber shaft corroded

  16. Pass70,502 miles (+3,639)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    70,502 miles
    Test number
    728174605280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass66,863 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,863 miles
    Test number
    977475304204
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteFront tyres perished
    • NoteNearside washer weak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 1.6-2mm
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroded

  18. Fail66,863 miles (+3,112)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,863 miles
    Test number
    638135104247
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteFront tyres perished
    • NoteNearside washer weak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 1.6-2mm
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroded

  19. Pass63,751 miles (+3,408)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,751 miles
    Test number
    857536603278
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGearbox/exhaust bracket corroded

  20. Pass60,343 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    60,343 miles
    Test number
    636810002244
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail60,343 miles (+5,737)1 failure2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,343 miles
    Test number
    837100402229
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass54,606 miles (+4,864)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,606 miles
    Test number
    858995091154
    • NoteFront flexi brake pipes perished
    • NoteWindscreen washers poor

  23. Pass49,742 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    49,742 miles
    Test number
    781440100292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,734 miles (+1,416)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    48,734 miles
    Test number
    662749989244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,318 miles (+1,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    47,318 miles
    Test number
    964401308375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass45,953 miles (+1,221)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,953 miles
    Test number
    912878067215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass44,732 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    44,732 miles
    Test number
    383428096414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail44,732 miles (+1,070)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,732 miles
    Test number
    444288596215
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass43,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    43,662 miles
    Test number
    250215845224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P765 LRV

Does P765 LRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P765 LRV is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on P765 LRV?
The MOT on P765 LRV is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P765 LRV done?
P765 LRV was recorded at 111,461 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 3,364 miles a year.
Has P765 LRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P765 LRV has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on P765 LRV 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 P765 LRV find?
P765 LRV passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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