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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

V1 AVTMOT history

V1 AVT is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 128,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

V1 AVT silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
128,375 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 AVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 AVT was last recorded at 128,375 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,375 miles · 15 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,375 miles
  • 2025 – 123,953 miles
  • 2024 – 118,473 miles
  • 2023 – 112,965 miles
  • 2022 – 107,278 miles
  • 2021 – 101,640 miles
  • 2020 – 98,487 miles
  • 2019 – 95,654 miles
  • 2018 – 91,509 miles
  • 2017 – 87,130 miles
  • 2016 – 81,220 miles
  • 2015 – 74,311 miles
  • 2014 – 66,644 miles
  • 2013 – 59,566 miles
  • 2012 – 51,142 miles
  • 2011 – 42,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,375 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Under vehicle covered

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,375 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    128,375 miles
    Test number
    413082610915
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail128,375 miles (+4,422)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,375 miles
    Test number
    285265222404
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass123,953 miles (+5,480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,953 miles
    Test number
    364108334213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered

  4. Pass118,473 miles (+5,508)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    118,473 miles
    Test number
    574174372709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,965 miles (+5,687)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    112,965 miles
    Test number
    619491756732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,278 miles (+5,638)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    107,278 miles
    Test number
    759180994756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered

  7. Pass101,640 miles (+3,153)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    101,640 miles
    Test number
    234091864793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,487 miles (+2,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,487 miles
    Test number
    320345030778
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered

  9. Pass95,654 miles (+4,145)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,654 miles
    Test number
    640513959019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass91,509 miles (+4,379)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    91,509 miles
    Test number
    112910348155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    87,130 miles
    Test number
    633980005738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,130 miles (+5,910)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,130 miles
    Test number
    584336571152
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass81,220 miles (+6,909)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    81,220 miles
    Test number
    549806979678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,311 miles (+7,667)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    74,311 miles
    Test number
    309435595692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,644 miles (+7,078)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    66,644 miles
    Test number
    308270474418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,566 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,566 miles
    Test number
    316135583430
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  17. Pass59,566 miles (+8,424)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    59,566 miles
    Test number
    349275383246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,142 miles (+8,532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    51,142 miles
    Test number
    576271492296
    • 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)

  19. Pass42,610 miles (+59)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,610 miles
    Test number
    459612191237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc pitted
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc pitted
    • NoteOffside front brake disc pitted
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc pitted

  20. Pass42,551 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    42,551 miles
    Test number
    239655021140
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about V1 AVT

Does V1 AVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 AVT is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V1 AVT?
The MOT on V1 AVT is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 AVT done?
V1 AVT was recorded at 128,375 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 5,555 miles a year.
Has V1 AVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 AVT has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V1 AVT 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 V1 AVT find?
V1 AVT passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all.

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