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BMW 3 Series

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V10 PYNMOT history

V10 PYN is a gold petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 94,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

V10 PYN gold BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
94,706 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V10 PYN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V10 PYN was last recorded at 94,706 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 1,066 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,640 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,066 miles
Average per year
2,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,706 miles
  • 2025 – 93,640 miles
  • 2024 – 93,056 miles
  • 2023 – 92,540 miles
  • 2022 – 91,909 miles
  • 2021 – 91,612 miles
  • 2020 – 91,298 miles
  • 2019 – 89,592 miles
  • 2018 – 87,852 miles
  • 2017 – 86,054 miles
  • 2016 – 83,265 miles
  • 2015 – 81,047 miles
  • 2014 – 79,420 miles
  • 2013 – 77,831 miles
  • 2012 – 76,107 miles
  • 2011 – 74,568 miles
  • 2009 – 66,010 miles
  • 2008 – 56,493 miles
  • 2006 – 46,746 miles
  • 2005 – 39,359 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,706 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,706 miles (+1,066)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    94,706 miles
    Test number
    874699736418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass93,640 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    93,640 miles
    Test number
    742389684700
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Fail93,634 miles (+578)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,634 miles
    Test number
    276336150553
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass93,056 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    93,056 miles
    Test number
    880238260816
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail93,055 miles (+11)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,055 miles
    Test number
    651079043748
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail93,044 miles (+504)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,044 miles
    Test number
    277799719413
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,540 miles (+631)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    92,540 miles
    Test number
    583617573858
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 wheel arches corroded but does not have sharp edges

  8. Pass91,909 miles (+297)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    91,909 miles
    Test number
    793500129408
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears x2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll wheel arches corroded but no sharp edges

  9. Pass91,612 miles (+314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    91,612 miles
    Test number
    604360657838
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass91,298 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    91,298 miles
    Test number
    334688673422
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail91,290 miles (+1,698)5 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,290 miles
    Test number
    577985785887
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll brake rigid pipes covered in grease making full inspection difficult
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (Boarder Line )fail (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass89,592 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    89,592 miles
    Test number
    743406506184
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Bracket adrift (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail89,592 miles (+1,740)1 dangerous3 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,592 miles
    Test number
    188433473539
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Bracket adrift (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass87,852 miles (+1,798)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    87,852 miles
    Test number
    258231449208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,054 miles (+2,789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    86,054 miles
    Test number
    419032347021
    • AdvisoryDrivers door handle is tight to pull open but does open and shut fine

  16. Pass83,265 miles (+2,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,265 miles
    Test number
    692867453002
    • AdvisoryDrivers door handle is tight to pull open but does open and shut

  17. Pass81,047 miles (+11)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    81,047 miles
    Test number
    459076975037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear from front slightly corroded

  18. Fail81,036 miles (+1,616)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,036 miles
    Test number
    786202375002
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear sections of front to rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteSlight lift in both bottom ball joints (rubber mounted)

  19. Pass79,420 miles (+18)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    79,420 miles
    Test number
    138764884012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail79,402 miles (+1,571)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,402 miles
    Test number
    918262874009
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass77,831 miles (+1,724)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,831 miles
    Test number
    245629273022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front and offside rear wheels slightly binding

  22. Pass76,107 miles (+1,539)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    76,107 miles
    Test number
    175921082452
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass74,568 miles (+8,558)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    74,568 miles
    Test number
    166818381499
    • NoteSurface corrosion on various brake pipes,standing rust on brake discs,vehicle underbody fitted with plastic trims

  24. Pass66,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    66,010 miles
    Test number
    440610229282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,010 miles (+9,517)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,010 miles
    Test number
    641100329231
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

  26. Pass56,493 miles (+9,747)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,493 miles
    Test number
    453399818123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,746 miles (+7,387)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    46,746 miles
    Test number
    931276246352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    39,359 miles
    Test number
    301544255379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V10 PYN

Does V10 PYN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V10 PYN is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V10 PYN?
The MOT on V10 PYN is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V10 PYN done?
V10 PYN was recorded at 94,706 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 2,724 miles a year.
Has V10 PYN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V10 PYN has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V10 PYN 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 V10 PYN find?
V10 PYN passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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