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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

RBM 7MOT history

RBM 7 is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 79,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

RBM 7 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 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
79,248 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RBM 7
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
3 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RBM 7 was last recorded at 79,248 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 2,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jun 2012: 37,628 miles, lower than 66,036 miles on 26 Aug 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
76,418 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,830 miles
Average per year
2,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,248 miles
  • 2025 – 76,418 miles
  • 2023 – 72,828 miles
  • 2022 – 71,050 miles
  • 2021 – 68,215 miles
  • 2020 – 65,380 miles
  • 2019 – 60,370 miles
  • 2018 – 56,970 miles
  • 2017 – 53,148 miles
  • 2016 – 50,028 miles
  • 2014 – 43,389 miles
  • 2013 – 40,100 miles
  • 2012 – 37,628 miles
  • 2011 – 66,036 miles
  • 2010 – 32,883 miles
  • 2009 – 30,601 miles
  • 2008 – 27,692 miles
  • 2007 – 24,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,248 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass79,248 miles (+2,830)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    79,248 miles
    Test number
    868765081265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,418 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    76,418 miles
    Test number
    727907308173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,828 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    72,828 miles
    Test number
    608876262292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,050 miles (+2,835)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    71,050 miles
    Test number
    864521529091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,215 miles (+2,835)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    68,215 miles
    Test number
    376288070546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,380 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,380 miles
    Test number
    442759623068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail65,380 miles (+5,010)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,380 miles
    Test number
    508259950401
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass60,370 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,370 miles
    Test number
    899498903636
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail60,370 miles (+3,400)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,370 miles
    Test number
    252064101160
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass56,970 miles (+3,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,970 miles
    Test number
    415798900706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Pass53,148 miles (+3,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    53,148 miles
    Test number
    727959397338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass50,028 miles (+6,639)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    50,028 miles
    Test number
    541152184535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass43,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    43,389 miles
    Test number
    735131944245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,387 miles (+3,287)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,387 miles
    Test number
    735871844281
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass40,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,100 miles
    Test number
    727477093163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,089 miles (+2,461)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,089 miles
    Test number
    205427493163
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass37,628 miles (-28,408)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,628 miles
    Test number
    717617672187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    66,036 miles
    Test number
    185168931293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,036 miles (+30,707)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,036 miles
    Test number
    159278531258
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on dash

  20. Pass35,329 miles (+2,446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,329 miles
    Test number
    365430101261
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass32,883 miles (+2,282)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    32,883 miles
    Test number
    634354990199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    30,601 miles
    Test number
    190134199162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,601 miles (+2,909)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,601 miles
    Test number
    480244399151
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass27,692 miles (+3,375)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,692 miles
    Test number
    542867398161
    • 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)

  25. Pass24,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,317 miles
    Test number
    681195987165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RBM 7

What vehicle is registration RBM 7 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RBM 7 on a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Jul 2002. 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 RBM 7 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RBM 7 is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on RBM 7?
The MOT on RBM 7 is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RBM 7 done?
RBM 7 was recorded at 79,248 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 2,892 miles a year.
Has RBM 7 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RBM 7 has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on RBM 7 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on RBM 7 find?
RBM 7 passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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