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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

P970 AFGMOT history

P970 AFG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 71,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2025.

P970 AFG silver 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 12 Sept 2026
Mileage
71,199 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,553 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P970 AFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P970 AFG was last recorded at 71,199 miles on 1 Sept 2025, 1,747 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,452 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,747 miles
Average per year
1,553 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,199 miles
  • 2024 – 69,452 miles
  • 2023 – 67,730 miles
  • 2022 – 67,690 miles
  • 2016 – 64,153 miles
  • 2015 – 62,899 miles
  • 2014 – 59,667 miles
  • 2013 – 56,261 miles
  • 2011 – 54,648 miles
  • 2010 – 52,576 miles
  • 2009 – 49,369 miles
  • 2007 – 44,393 miles
  • 2006 – 41,331 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,199 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,199 miles (+1,747)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    71,199 miles
    Test number
    509997684940
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass69,452 miles (+38)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    69,452 miles
    Test number
    843051473867
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail69,414 miles (+1,684)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,414 miles
    Test number
    934813598303
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dip beam (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass67,730 miles (+40)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    67,730 miles
    Test number
    751106552703
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose internal rear view (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass67,690 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,690 miles
    Test number
    516843897290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail67,681 miles (+50)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,681 miles
    Test number
    626956945743
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner ball joint, chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside front & nearside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail67,631 miles (+3,478)2 dangerous10 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,631 miles
    Test number
    751285857576
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass64,153 miles (+1,254)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,153 miles
    Test number
    831486229625
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass62,899 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,899 miles
    Test number
    491021166189
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail62,895 miles (+3,228)2 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,895 miles
    Test number
    614169802115
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass59,667 miles (+3,406)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,667 miles
    Test number
    537631134061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished

  12. Pass56,261 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    56,261 miles
    Test number
    249890913010
    • NoteDiscs in poor condition

  13. Fail56,257 miles (+1,609)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,257 miles
    Test number
    605799303048
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteDiscs in poor condition

  14. Pass54,648 miles (+2,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    54,648 miles
    Test number
    495173481211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass52,576 miles (+5)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    52,576 miles
    Test number
    684499650276
    • NoteOff side inner steering rack joint play on limit.
    • NoteOff side rear brake pipe corroded to limit.
    • NoteOff side rear trailing arm bush seperated to limit.

  16. Fail52,571 miles (+3,202)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,571 miles
    Test number
    100232850207
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOff side inner steering rack joint play on limit.
    • NoteOff side rear brake pipe corroded to limit.
    • NoteOff side rear trailing arm bush seperated to limit.

  17. Pass49,369 miles (+3)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    49,369 miles
    Test number
    901973169102
    • NoteFront brake discs inner faces corroded.
    • NoteNearside front lower swivel has some movement.
    • NoteOffside rear metal brake pipe on hub starting to corrode.

  18. Fail49,366 miles (+4,973)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,366 miles
    Test number
    612761569188
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs inner faces corroded.
    • NoteNearside front lower swivel has some movement.
    • NoteOffside rear metal brake pipe on hub starting to corrode.

  19. Pass44,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    44,393 miles
    Test number
    343885937411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,393 miles (+3,062)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,393 miles
    Test number
    754878327227
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass41,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,331 miles
    Test number
    782510366163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail41,331 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,331 miles
    Test number
    410719456195
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perrished , inner edge of tread/ side wall split.

Questions about P970 AFG

Does P970 AFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P970 AFG expired on 12 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P970 AFG?
The MOT on P970 AFG expired on 12 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P970 AFG done?
P970 AFG was recorded at 71,199 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2025, an average of 1,553 miles a year.
Has P970 AFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P970 AFG has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on P970 AFG 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 P970 AFG find?
P970 AFG passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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