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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

REG 477MOT history

REG 477 is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 77,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

REG 477 silver 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 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
77,157 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
REG 477
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

REG 477 was last recorded at 77,157 miles on 1 May 2026, 139 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,018 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
139 miles
Average per year
2,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,157 miles
  • 2025 – 77,018 miles
  • 2024 – 75,868 miles
  • 2023 – 75,131 miles
  • 2022 – 74,552 miles
  • 2021 – 73,997 miles
  • 2020 – 72,270 miles
  • 2019 – 69,292 miles
  • 2018 – 65,768 miles
  • 2017 – 62,070 miles
  • 2016 – 57,448 miles
  • 2014 – 52,052 miles
  • 2013 – 46,710 miles
  • 2012 – 41,491 miles
  • 2011 – 39,697 miles
  • 2010 – 34,054 miles
  • 2009 – 31,102 miles
  • 2008 – 30,328 miles
  • 2007 – 28,646 miles
  • 2006 – 26,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,157 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,157 miles (+139)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    77,157 miles
    Test number
    768275646601
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass77,018 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    77,018 miles
    Test number
    883761870808
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail77,010 miles (+1,142)1 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,010 miles
    Test number
    877270700316
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    75,868 miles
    Test number
    217920388411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail75,868 miles (+737)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,868 miles
    Test number
    755675948198
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass75,131 miles (+579)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    75,131 miles
    Test number
    763953261493
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass74,552 miles (+12)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    74,552 miles
    Test number
    303060236681
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat backrest locking mechanism deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail74,540 miles (+543)1 dangerous2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,540 miles
    Test number
    544179123066
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat backrest locking mechanism deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass73,997 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    73,997 miles
    Test number
    462319572906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,270 miles (+2,978)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    72,270 miles
    Test number
    730558954785
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

  11. Pass69,292 miles (+3,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,292 miles
    Test number
    276696436689
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass65,768 miles (+3,698)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    65,768 miles
    Test number
    329782938225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,070 miles (+4,622)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    62,070 miles
    Test number
    450564268240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Pass57,448 miles (+5,396)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    57,448 miles
    Test number
    609077922473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass52,052 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,052 miles
    Test number
    646265414390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,930 miles (+5,220)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,930 miles
    Test number
    855049504378
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass46,710 miles (+5,219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    46,710 miles
    Test number
    418304623416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass41,491 miles (+1,794)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    41,491 miles
    Test number
    757955082204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSill trims fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass39,697 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,697 miles
    Test number
    815863981245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s hand brake effort low

  20. Fail39,697 miles (+5,643)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,697 miles
    Test number
    276643881203
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s hand brake effort low

  21. Pass34,054 miles (+2,952)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,054 miles
    Test number
    372014170465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,102 miles (+774)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    31,102 miles
    Test number
    612997889210
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass30,328 miles (+1,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    30,328 miles
    Test number
    100939388276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass28,646 miles (+2,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,646 miles
    Test number
    824578977205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass26,409 miles (+1,129)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    26,409 miles
    Test number
    744197276298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    25,280 miles
    Test number
    304015416424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about REG 477

What vehicle is registration REG 477 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show REG 477 on a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Mar 2003. 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 REG 477 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on REG 477 is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on REG 477?
The MOT on REG 477 is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has REG 477 done?
REG 477 was recorded at 77,157 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 2,628 miles a year.
Has REG 477 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. REG 477 has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on REG 477 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 REG 477 find?
REG 477 passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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