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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

V13 MRWMOT history

V13 MRW is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 83,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

V13 MRW green 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 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
83,974 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V13 MRW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V13 MRW was last recorded at 83,974 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 1,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,718 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,256 miles
Average per year
3,661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,974 miles
  • 2025 – 82,718 miles
  • 2024 – 81,346 miles
  • 2023 – 79,059 miles
  • 2022 – 77,355 miles
  • 2021 – 74,644 miles
  • 2020 – 70,976 miles
  • 2019 – 65,041 miles
  • 2018 – 59,734 miles
  • 2017 – 50,664 miles
  • 2016 – 46,090 miles
  • 2015 – 43,346 miles
  • 2014 – 41,494 miles
  • 2013 – 39,272 miles
  • 2012 – 36,111 miles
  • 2011 – 30,297 miles
  • 2010 – 24,369 miles
  • 2009 – 19,016 miles
  • 2008 – 16,411 miles
  • 2007 – 14,097 miles
  • 2006 – 11,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,974 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass83,974 miles (+1,256)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    83,974 miles
    Test number
    823383694343
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass82,718 miles (+1,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    82,718 miles
    Test number
    681239488265
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass81,346 miles (+2,287)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    81,346 miles
    Test number
    506289971968
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass79,059 miles (+1,704)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    79,059 miles
    Test number
    904911234160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,355 miles (+2,711)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,355 miles
    Test number
    777482858185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,644 miles (+3,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    74,644 miles
    Test number
    405798229819
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in wrack

  7. Pass70,976 miles (+5,935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    70,976 miles
    Test number
    876462972535
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass65,041 miles (+5,307)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    65,041 miles
    Test number
    714967910279
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Pass59,734 miles (+9,070)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,734 miles
    Test number
    484610470981
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass50,664 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,664 miles
    Test number
    269768025687
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

  11. Fail50,664 miles (+4,574)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,664 miles
    Test number
    514090939826
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

  12. Pass46,090 miles (+2,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,090 miles
    Test number
    614424302648
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting bracket clamp broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass43,346 miles (+1,852)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,346 miles
    Test number
    879038475120
    • NoteSlight corrosion on o/s/r coil spring

  14. Pass41,494 miles (+2,222)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    41,494 miles
    Test number
    456358374193
    • NoteFront tyres perished slightly

  15. Pass39,272 miles (+3,161)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    39,272 miles
    Test number
    136513473199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,111 miles (+5,814)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,111 miles
    Test number
    678845492153
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush

  17. Pass30,297 miles (+5,928)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,297 miles
    Test number
    978628571102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,369 miles (+5,353)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    24,369 miles
    Test number
    713687170132
    • NoteFront inner pads worn.

  19. Fail19,016 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,016 miles
    Test number
    384403609247
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass19,016 miles (+2,605)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,016 miles
    Test number
    934383509244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,411 miles (+2,314)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    16,411 miles
    Test number
    340960688257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,097 miles (+2,285)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    14,097 miles
    Test number
    961705297295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    11,812 miles
    Test number
    684683296242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V13 MRW

Does V13 MRW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V13 MRW is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V13 MRW?
The MOT on V13 MRW is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V13 MRW done?
V13 MRW was recorded at 83,974 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 3,661 miles a year.
Has V13 MRW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V13 MRW has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on V13 MRW 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 MRW find?
V13 MRW passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive coolant; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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