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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1986 · 2,494 cc

PBF 238MOT history

PBF 238 is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1986. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026 and it has passed 2 of 4 MOT tests, with 118,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2026
Mileage
118,039 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2025
MOT tests
4
2 passed · 2 failed
Per year
17 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PBF 238
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1986
First used
31 Dec 1986
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

PBF 238 was last recorded at 118,039 miles on 1 Apr 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,035 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
17 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,039 miles
  • 2024 – 118,035 miles
  • 2007 – 117,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,039 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on all disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

4 tests since 12 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,039 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    118,039 miles
    Test number
    469450859646
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on all disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail118,035 miles (+10)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,035 miles
    Test number
    191905581955
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative only o/s (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering system fouling tyers x2 fronts (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion

  3. Fail118,025 miles (+285)3 dangerous17 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,025 miles
    Test number
    983161543754
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering system fouling all 4 Tyres (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Lines slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion O/S/R inner arch

  4. Pass117,740 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    117,740 miles
    Test number
    433242007186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Questions about PBF 238

What vehicle is registration PBF 238 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PBF 238 on a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1986. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does PBF 238 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on PBF 238 expired on 31 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on PBF 238?
The MOT on PBF 238 expired on 31 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has PBF 238 done?
PBF 238 was recorded at 118,039 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2025, an average of 17 miles a year.
Has PBF 238 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PBF 238 has failed 2 of its 4 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on PBF 238 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 PBF 238 find?
PBF 238 passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on all disks; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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