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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,896 cc

R477 APPMOT history

R477 APP is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 181,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

R477 APP red 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 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
181,840 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R477 APP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R477 APP was last recorded at 181,840 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 2,642 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Feb 2015: 142,179 miles, lower than 187,121 miles on 30 Mar 2012.

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
179,198 miles · 3 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
2,642 miles
Average per year
5,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,840 miles
  • 2022 – 179,198 miles
  • 2019 – 176,670 miles
  • 2018 – 172,798 miles
  • 2017 – 167,787 miles
  • 2015 – 142,199 miles
  • 2012 – 187,121 miles
  • 2011 – 176,367 miles
  • 2009 – 112,607 miles
  • 2007 – 108,184 miles
  • 2006 – 80,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,840 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 wing mirror lens broken/cracked

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,840 miles (+2,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    181,840 miles
    Test number
    839832754883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass179,198 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    179,198 miles
    Test number
    693057418421
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror lens broken/cracked

  3. Fail179,193 miles (+54)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,193 miles
    Test number
    667343269383
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror lens broken/cracked

  4. Fail179,139 miles (+2,469)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,139 miles
    Test number
    871448044789
    • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested Both front (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective Condensated inside (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor jacking point area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective Condensated inside (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor jacking point area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers weak
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror lens broken/cracked

  5. Pass176,670 miles (+3,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    176,670 miles
    Test number
    191595764735
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass172,798 miles (+5,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    172,798 miles
    Test number
    856633619957
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  7. Pass167,787 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    167,787 miles
    Test number
    159708472346
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    940475551428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,199 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    142,199 miles
    Test number
    125839555492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail142,179 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,179 miles
    Test number
    928291355042
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

  11. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    418828473153
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. FailMileage not read3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    119627273125
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass187,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    187,121 miles
    Test number
    208280392042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail187,121 miles (+10,754)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,121 miles
    Test number
    168489082026
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNs frnt fog lamp not working
    • NoteNs h/brake not working as well as os .
    • NoteRear ex box major rusting .

  15. Pass176,367 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    176,367 miles
    Test number
    329740491029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  16. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    632632570073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass112,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    112,607 miles
    Test number
    711193389046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    473394448057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass108,184 miles (+27,298)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    108,184 miles
    Test number
    621096187084
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass80,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    80,886 miles
    Test number
    111327586437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R477 APP

Does R477 APP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R477 APP is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on R477 APP?
The MOT on R477 APP is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R477 APP done?
R477 APP was recorded at 181,840 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 5,078 miles a year.
Has R477 APP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R477 APP has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on R477 APP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Feb 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R477 APP find?
R477 APP passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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