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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

V24 MLSMOT history

V24 MLS is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jul 2007. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 182,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2024.

V24 MLS silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2025
Mileage
182,339 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V24 MLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V24 MLS was last recorded at 182,339 miles on 14 Oct 2024, 5,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,017 miles · 21 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
5,322 miles
Average per year
10,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 182,339 miles
  • 2023 – 177,017 miles
  • 2022 – 169,458 miles
  • 2021 – 160,918 miles
  • 2020 – 157,206 miles
  • 2019 – 148,407 miles
  • 2018 – 138,791 miles
  • 2017 – 125,202 miles
  • 2016 – 110,255 miles
  • 2015 – 92,436 miles
  • 2014 – 80,855 miles
  • 2013 – 61,422 miles
  • 2012 – 46,371 miles
  • 2011 – 37,701 miles
  • 2010 – 29,742 miles
  • 2009 – 23,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,339 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,339 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    182,339 miles
    Test number
    971682028593
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail182,338 miles (+5,321)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,338 miles
    Test number
    763655420851
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn O/S and N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated O/S and N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S and N/S (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass177,017 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    177,017 miles
    Test number
    862128896262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail176,994 miles (+7,536)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,994 miles
    Test number
    354755901489
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass169,458 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    169,458 miles
    Test number
    225454707358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail169,448 miles (+8,530)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,448 miles
    Test number
    934141236672
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass160,918 miles (+3,712)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    160,918 miles
    Test number
    567305461337
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass157,206 miles (+8,799)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    157,206 miles
    Test number
    157282910960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass148,407 miles (+9,616)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    148,407 miles
    Test number
    576851076348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass138,791 miles (+13,589)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    138,791 miles
    Test number
    611375604058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass125,202 miles (+14,947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    125,202 miles
    Test number
    819156235723
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
  12. Pass110,255 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    110,255 miles
    Test number
    163240868958
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  13. Fail110,255 miles (+17,819)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,255 miles
    Test number
    523105074762
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  14. Pass92,436 miles (+11,581)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    92,436 miles
    Test number
    619445805217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,855 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,855 miles
    Test number
    688692334287
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Pass80,855 miles (+19,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    80,855 miles
    Test number
    698432434214
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass61,422 miles (+15,051)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    61,422 miles
    Test number
    188878023252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres outer edge worn!
    • NoteFront brake discs worn!
  18. Pass46,371 miles (+8,670)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    46,371 miles
    Test number
    119834192130
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass37,701 miles (+7,959)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,701 miles
    Test number
    446701921255
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
  20. Pass29,742 miles (+6,570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    29,742 miles
    Test number
    353256010476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail23,172 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,172 miles
    Test number
    312233629274
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
  22. Pass23,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    23,172 miles
    Test number
    521473229278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V24 MLS

Does V24 MLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V24 MLS expired on 13 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V24 MLS?
The MOT on V24 MLS expired on 13 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V24 MLS done?
V24 MLS was recorded at 182,339 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2024, an average of 10,488 miles a year.
Has V24 MLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V24 MLS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on V24 MLS 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 V24 MLS find?
V24 MLS passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2024 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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