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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

V23 SPWMOT history

V23 SPW is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 247,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

V23 SPW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
247,584 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 SPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 SPW was last recorded at 247,584 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
247,582 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 247,584 miles
  • 2024 – 240,167 miles
  • 2023 – 235,664 miles
  • 2022 – 228,483 miles
  • 2021 – 224,843 miles
  • 2020 – 211,478 miles
  • 2019 – 205,818 miles
  • 2018 – 190,881 miles
  • 2017 – 172,802 miles
  • 2016 – 164,245 miles
  • 2015 – 157,770 miles
  • 2014 – 152,628 miles
  • 2013 – 144,499 miles
  • 2012 – 136,223 miles
  • 2011 – 124,498 miles
  • 2010 – 120,316 miles
  • 2009 – 110,331 miles
  • 2008 – 101,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass247,584 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear position lamp lenses are not a matched pairRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperativeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear subframe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass247,584 miles (+2)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    247,584 miles
    Test number
    491088562450
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp lenses are not a matched pair
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative

  2. Fail247,582 miles (+58)1 dangerous5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,582 miles
    Test number
    999142447917
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge totally bald on inner edge, worn close to exposing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp lenses are not a matched pair
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative

  3. Fail247,524 miles (+7,357)2 dangerous1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,524 miles
    Test number
    511223806464
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge, worn close to exposing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear position lamps are not a matched pair
    • AdvisoryRear reverse lamps inoperative
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp illuminated

  4. Pass240,167 miles (+4,503)5 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    240,167 miles
    Test number
    370303230090
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed chaffing on drop link (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack/pipes (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear side lamps are not a matched pair
    • AdvisoryBonnet secondary (safety) catch seized
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency only just met (16%)
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps inoperative
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp on

  5. Pass235,664 miles (+7,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    235,664 miles
    Test number
    989204402011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  6. Pass228,483 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    228,483 miles
    Test number
    106262182512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryTpm light on

  7. Fail228,483 miles (+3,640)2 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,483 miles
    Test number
    536695889421
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction air freshner (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryTpm light on

  8. Pass224,843 miles (+13,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    224,843 miles
    Test number
    238998080874
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass211,478 miles (+3)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    211,478 miles
    Test number
    320126619509
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer tread bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Fail211,475 miles (+5,657)1 dangerous1 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,475 miles
    Test number
    617128007936
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction air fresheners hanging on interior mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer tread bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass205,818 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    205,818 miles
    Test number
    726351070919
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REARS (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail205,815 miles (+14,934)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,815 miles
    Test number
    424589900320
    • MajorBrake hose excessively deteriorated BOTH FRONTS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REARS (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass190,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    190,881 miles
    Test number
    478870204886
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail190,881 miles (+18,079)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,881 miles
    Test number
    558123752091
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass172,802 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    172,802 miles
    Test number
    749865749278
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT INNER PADS LOOK LOW (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST BRACKET TOUCHING REAR AXLE
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush N/S/R TOP BUSH AND SHAFT (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE REAR...... FRONT BUSHES (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH SIDE FRONTS (3.7.B.3)

  16. Fail172,802 miles (+8,557)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,802 miles
    Test number
    486780927975
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high BOTH (1.8)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement O/S/F LOWER ARM FRONT BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT INNER PADS LOOK LOW (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST BRACKET TOUCHING REAR AXLE
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush N/S/R TOP BUSH AND SHAFT (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE REAR...... FRONT BUSHES (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH SIDE FRONTS (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass164,245 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    164,245 miles
    Test number
    205595090421
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail164,245 miles (+6,475)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,245 miles
    Test number
    202762236192
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam O/S (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass157,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    157,770 miles
    Test number
    725314491639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail157,770 miles (+5,142)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,770 miles
    Test number
    466326345670
    • DangerousTyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure N/S/F (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousTyre has ply or cords exposed N/S/R (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect N/S (1.8.A.1b)

  21. Pass152,628 miles (+8,129)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    152,628 miles
    Test number
    178617894225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass144,499 miles (+15)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    144,499 miles
    Test number
    719753703356
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing low on edges

  23. Fail144,484 miles (+8,261)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,484 miles
    Test number
    145231603320
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteMot under wet conditions

  24. Pass136,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    136,223 miles
    Test number
    635144722242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail136,223 miles (+11,725)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,223 miles
    Test number
    307414422423
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass124,498 miles (+4,182)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    124,498 miles
    Test number
    235533841224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass120,316 miles (+9,985)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    120,316 miles
    Test number
    990963130259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass110,331 miles (+8,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    110,331 miles
    Test number
    474800329283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass101,625 miles (+2,191)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    101,625 miles
    Test number
    884415248240
    • NoteFront registration plate letters distorted slightly

  30. Fail99,434 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,434 miles
    Test number
    171544328254
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront registration plate letters distorted slightly

Questions about V23 SPW

Does V23 SPW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 SPW is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V23 SPW?
The MOT on V23 SPW is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 SPW done?
V23 SPW was recorded at 247,584 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 8,555 miles a year.
Has V23 SPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 SPW has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V23 SPW 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 SPW find?
V23 SPW passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorating; nearside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 4 more.

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