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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

V25 RVDMOT history

V25 RVD is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

V25 RVD silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
82,254 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V25 RVD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V25 RVD was last recorded at 82,254 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 7,939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Sept 2008: 18,368 miles, lower than 72,967 miles on 13 Sept 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
74,315 miles · 15 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
7,939 miles
Average per year
1,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,254 miles
  • 2023 – 74,315 miles
  • 2022 – 71,772 miles
  • 2021 – 67,908 miles
  • 2019 – 67,885 miles
  • 2017 – 67,164 miles
  • 2016 – 66,169 miles
  • 2015 – 59,891 miles
  • 2014 – 53,599 miles
  • 2013 – 43,306 miles
  • 2012 – 34,471 miles
  • 2011 – 27,165 miles
  • 2010 – 25,960 miles
  • 2009 – 19,970 miles
  • 2008 – 18,368 miles
  • 2007 – 72,967 miles
  • 2006 – 57,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,254 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier in boot (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged nearside plus offside glass mirrors (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35r18 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35r18 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,254 miles (+7,939)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,254 miles
    Test number
    625540425676
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier in boot (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged nearside plus offside glass mirrors (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass74,315 miles (+1)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    74,315 miles
    Test number
    635974518499
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged nearside and offside mirror glasses detereoated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail74,314 miles (+2,542)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,314 miles
    Test number
    146497122394
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged nearside and offside mirror glasses deteroiated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass71,772 miles (+8)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,772 miles
    Test number
    809316589641
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper insecure but not likely to detatch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside door mirror glasses deteriorated

  5. Fail71,764 miles (+3,856)1 dangerous6 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,764 miles
    Test number
    707066627533
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Over subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust rubbing on brace (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper loose but not likely to detatch
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass67,908 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    67,908 miles
    Test number
    472192957679
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside rear floor around drain holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mount defective and fouling brackets

  7. Fail67,908 miles (+23)1 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,908 miles
    Test number
    767700432352
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside rear floor around drain holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mount defective and fouling brackets

  8. Pass67,885 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,885 miles
    Test number
    785298596423
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail67,884 miles (+720)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,884 miles
    Test number
    248073956912
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Electrical wiring heavily deteriorated fog light (4.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling inner cover on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe possibly split (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass67,164 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    67,164 miles
    Test number
    717631710832
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Fail67,164 miles (+995)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,164 miles
    Test number
    180978117127
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested BET not met due to exhaust (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass66,169 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    66,169 miles
    Test number
    421440305966
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in it
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail66,163 miles (+6,272)11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,163 miles
    Test number
    469813947317
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar insecure brokeen (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass59,891 miles (+6,292)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,891 miles
    Test number
    196623275166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass53,599 miles (+10,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,599 miles
    Test number
    356072974139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass43,306 miles (+8,835)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,306 miles
    Test number
    289599553483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,471 miles (+7,306)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    34,471 miles
    Test number
    506887742108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,165 miles (+1,205)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,165 miles
    Test number
    298026741171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,960 miles (+5,990)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,960 miles
    Test number
    470912880007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsr tyre starting to crack and perish

  20. Pass19,970 miles (+1,602)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,970 miles
    Test number
    633782259104
    • NoteAir-bag warning light illuminated
    • NoteAll side windows tinted
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front brake discs
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear brake discs

  21. Pass18,368 miles (-54,599)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,368 miles
    Test number
    512158568247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,967 miles (+15,585)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    72,967 miles
    Test number
    613936657259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,382 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    57,382 miles
    Test number
    104976656240
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V25 RVD

Does V25 RVD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V25 RVD is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V25 RVD?
The MOT on V25 RVD is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V25 RVD done?
V25 RVD was recorded at 82,254 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 1,296 miles a year.
Has V25 RVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V25 RVD has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on V25 RVD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Sept 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V25 RVD find?
V25 RVD passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier in boot; obligatory mirror slightly damaged nearside plus offside glass mirrors; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 8 more.

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