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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,171 cc

V23 ERSMOT history

V23 ERS is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Jul 2007. Its MOT expired on 14 Apr 2023 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 130,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2022.

V23 ERS black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Apr 2023
Mileage
130,040 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2022
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 ERS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
19 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 ERS was last recorded at 130,040 miles on 15 Apr 2022, 5,920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,120 miles · 13 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
5,920 miles
Average per year
7,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,040 miles
  • 2020 – 124,120 miles
  • 2019 – 119,435 miles
  • 2018 – 119,017 miles
  • 2017 – 105,768 miles
  • 2016 – 102,945 miles
  • 2015 – 93,969 miles
  • 2014 – 83,805 miles
  • 2013 – 69,490 miles
  • 2012 – 64,884 miles
  • 2011 – 49,498 miles
  • 2010 – 37,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,040 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUNDER TRY FITTED

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,040 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    130,040 miles
    Test number
    314897616359
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRY FITTED

  2. Fail130,040 miles (+5,920)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,040 miles
    Test number
    242446673224
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRY FITTED

  3. Pass124,120 miles (+158)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    124,120 miles
    Test number
    867913605195
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning os & ns outer (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail123,962 miles (+4,527)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,962 miles
    Test number
    522588882352
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass119,435 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,435 miles
    Test number
    546103600025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail119,421 miles (+404)3 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,421 miles
    Test number
    277685734465
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass119,017 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    119,017 miles
    Test number
    563212978137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail119,017 miles (+13,249)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,017 miles
    Test number
    783318432522
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass105,768 miles (+2,823)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    105,768 miles
    Test number
    625845255350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,945 miles (+8,976)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    102,945 miles
    Test number
    608782805864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,969 miles (+10,164)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    93,969 miles
    Test number
    553126936606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,805 miles (+14,315)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    83,805 miles
    Test number
    375134444467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,490 miles (+4,606)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,490 miles
    Test number
    475583763132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,884 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,884 miles
    Test number
    585372482073
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass64,884 miles (+15,386)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,884 miles
    Test number
    719022482016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,498 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,498 miles
    Test number
    576886741000
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  17. Pass49,498 miles (+11,945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    49,498 miles
    Test number
    727756641052
    • 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)

  18. Pass37,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    37,553 miles
    Test number
    943402710178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,553 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,553 miles
    Test number
    710261410129
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about V23 ERS

Does V23 ERS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V23 ERS expired on 14 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V23 ERS?
The MOT on V23 ERS expired on 14 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V23 ERS done?
V23 ERS was recorded at 130,040 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2022, an average of 7,718 miles a year.
Has V23 ERS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 ERS has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on V23 ERS 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 V23 ERS find?
V23 ERS passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: rear registration plate lamp insecure; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front lower oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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