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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

V13 CTYMOT history

V13 CTY is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 23 of 32 MOT tests, with 155,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

V13 CTY purple BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
155,053 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
23 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V13 CTY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V13 CTY was last recorded at 155,053 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 1,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,689 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,364 miles
Average per year
6,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,053 miles
  • 2024 – 153,689 miles
  • 2023 – 152,341 miles
  • 2022 – 149,628 miles
  • 2021 – 146,301 miles
  • 2020 – 145,446 miles
  • 2019 – 144,720 miles
  • 2018 – 142,187 miles
  • 2017 – 138,545 miles
  • 2016 – 132,623 miles
  • 2015 – 123,516 miles
  • 2014 – 111,927 miles
  • 2013 – 106,545 miles
  • 2012 – 92,311 miles
  • 2011 – 82,285 miles
  • 2010 – 71,803 miles
  • 2009 – 61,812 miles
  • 2008 – 52,710 miles
  • 2007 – 43,367 miles
  • 2006 – 34,425 miles
  • 2005 – 32,113 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,053 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,053 miles (+1,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    155,053 miles
    Test number
    635262170170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass153,689 miles (+1,348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    153,689 miles
    Test number
    440612571817
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass152,341 miles (+2,713)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    152,341 miles
    Test number
    903873154349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass149,628 miles (+3,327)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    149,628 miles
    Test number
    403177739625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass146,301 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    146,301 miles
    Test number
    870538503975
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail146,301 miles (+855)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,301 miles
    Test number
    207677035753
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine oil below min (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass145,446 miles (+726)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    145,446 miles
    Test number
    731165043956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass144,720 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    144,720 miles
    Test number
    558127170929
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail144,719 miles (+2,532)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,719 miles
    Test number
    470070918639
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass142,187 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    142,187 miles
    Test number
    986237314869
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail142,186 miles (+3,641)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,186 miles
    Test number
    912859575346
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass138,545 miles (+5,922)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    138,545 miles
    Test number
    208785860781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass132,623 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    132,623 miles
    Test number
    793156962978
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail132,623 miles (+9,107)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,623 miles
    Test number
    734599051155
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker shield loose . worn at top mounting
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage front to pump (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass123,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    123,516 miles
    Test number
    647632975087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail123,516 miles (+11,589)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,516 miles
    Test number
    595671975039
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass111,927 miles (+53)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    111,927 miles
    Test number
    197666644416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNsf tyre inside edge on 2mm
    • NoteOsr tyre inner and outer edges nearly baldy middle on 3mm

  18. Fail111,874 miles (+5,329)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,874 miles
    Test number
    539954344002
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNsf tyre inside edge on 2mm
    • NoteOsr tyre inner and outer edges nearly baldy middle on 3mm

  19. Pass106,545 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    106,545 miles
    Test number
    169742543081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail106,545 miles (+14,234)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,545 miles
    Test number
    519872443070
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass92,311 miles (+10,026)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,311 miles
    Test number
    745466782016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass82,285 miles (+10,482)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    82,285 miles
    Test number
    646387281043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    71,803 miles
    Test number
    804031380092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail71,803 miles (+9,991)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,803 miles
    Test number
    494626270095
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass61,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,812 miles
    Test number
    920444899047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail61,812 miles (+9,102)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,812 miles
    Test number
    581423899083
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass52,710 miles (+9,343)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    52,710 miles
    Test number
    154568988099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,367 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    43,367 miles
    Test number
    373904697011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass43,359 miles (+8,934)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,359 miles
    Test number
    663325277007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass34,425 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,425 miles
    Test number
    132452986446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass34,398 miles (+2,285)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    34,398 miles
    Test number
    612623756008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass32,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    32,113 miles
    Test number
    450423315465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V13 CTY

Does V13 CTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V13 CTY is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V13 CTY?
The MOT on V13 CTY is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V13 CTY done?
V13 CTY was recorded at 155,053 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 6,132 miles a year.
Has V13 CTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V13 CTY has failed 9 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on V13 CTY 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 V13 CTY find?
V13 CTY passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear lower integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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