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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

PCD 169MOT history

PCD 169 is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 167,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

PCD 169 black 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 Dec 2026
Mileage
167,080 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PCD 169
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
5 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

PCD 169 was last recorded at 167,080 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 3,659 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,421 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,659 miles
Average per year
7,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,080 miles
  • 2024 – 163,421 miles
  • 2023 – 159,528 miles
  • 2022 – 156,163 miles
  • 2021 – 152,999 miles
  • 2020 – 148,628 miles
  • 2019 – 143,476 miles
  • 2018 – 137,010 miles
  • 2017 – 124,783 miles
  • 2016 – 113,838 miles
  • 2015 – 100,642 miles
  • 2014 – 88,832 miles
  • 2013 – 75,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,080 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,080 miles (+3,659)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    167,080 miles
    Test number
    580753642132
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  2. Pass163,421 miles (+3,893)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    163,421 miles
    Test number
    844169528562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass159,528 miles (+3,365)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    159,528 miles
    Test number
    993173753160
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass156,163 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    156,163 miles
    Test number
    989341800990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail156,163 miles (+3,164)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,163 miles
    Test number
    815993357965
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass152,999 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    152,999 miles
    Test number
    981315003091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail152,994 miles (+4,366)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,994 miles
    Test number
    309385098164
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear one of two arms inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working bottle full (3.5 (a))
  8. Pass148,628 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    148,628 miles
    Test number
    247240670019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail148,628 miles (+5,152)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,628 miles
    Test number
    289220989502
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass143,476 miles (+6,466)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    143,476 miles
    Test number
    337095526819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass137,010 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    137,010 miles
    Test number
    104543976416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Fail136,967 miles (+12,184)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,967 miles
    Test number
    717923283080
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass124,783 miles (+10,945)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,783 miles
    Test number
    909164426623
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEmissions not detected
  14. Pass113,838 miles (+13,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    113,838 miles
    Test number
    716918277192
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass100,642 miles (+11,810)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    100,642 miles
    Test number
    267038005247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass88,832 miles (+13,248)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,832 miles
    Test number
    525974604262
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass75,584 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    75,584 miles
    Test number
    896418003218
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn on edges
    • NoteOff side rear tyre worn on outer edge

Questions about PCD 169

What vehicle is registration PCD 169 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PCD 169 on a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jun 2010. 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 PCD 169 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on PCD 169 is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on PCD 169?
The MOT on PCD 169 is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has PCD 169 done?
PCD 169 was recorded at 167,080 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 7,420 miles a year.
Has PCD 169 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PCD 169 has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on PCD 169 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 PCD 169 find?
PCD 169 passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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