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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 2,993 cc

V28 STEMOT history

V28 STE is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 150,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

V28 STE blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
150,659 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V28 STE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V28 STE was last recorded at 150,659 miles on 21 May 2026, 1,958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,701 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,958 miles
Average per year
6,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,659 miles
  • 2025 – 148,701 miles
  • 2024 – 138,998 miles
  • 2023 – 131,884 miles
  • 2022 – 127,271 miles
  • 2021 – 119,963 miles
  • 2019 – 116,365 miles
  • 2018 – 109,185 miles
  • 2017 – 100,587 miles
  • 2016 – 81,183 miles
  • 2015 – 79,451 miles
  • 2014 – 65,961 miles
  • 2012 – 54,864 miles
  • 2011 – 48,565 miles
  • 2010 – 41,461 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,659 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,659 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    150,659 miles
    Test number
    661813330573
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail150,659 miles (+1,958)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,659 miles
    Test number
    865874884024
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts brake pad warning warning wiring (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play lock bolt to rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play lock bolt to rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass148,701 miles (+9,703)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    148,701 miles
    Test number
    814036447614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass138,998 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    138,998 miles
    Test number
    900641426688
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail138,998 miles (+7,114)3 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,998 miles
    Test number
    754860915586
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass131,884 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    131,884 miles
    Test number
    212540024000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail131,884 miles (+4,613)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,884 miles
    Test number
    142988742812
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass127,271 miles (+7,308)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    127,271 miles
    Test number
    494069263199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyres cut on sidewalls

  9. Pass119,963 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    119,963 miles
    Test number
    534963179197
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail119,961 miles (+3,596)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,961 miles
    Test number
    313298644684
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass116,365 miles (+7,180)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,365 miles
    Test number
    326779144669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,185 miles (+8,598)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    109,185 miles
    Test number
    476415935248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,587 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    100,587 miles
    Test number
    376546595167
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail100,585 miles (+19,402)7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,585 miles
    Test number
    778096499274
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NSF & OSR
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass81,183 miles (+1,732)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    81,183 miles
    Test number
    693979570490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,451 miles (+13,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,451 miles
    Test number
    789682915014
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass65,961 miles (+11,097)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,961 miles
    Test number
    359872024143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,864 miles (+6,299)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    54,864 miles
    Test number
    868952852212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,565 miles (+7,104)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,565 miles
    Test number
    537536861268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,461 miles
    Test number
    393376450222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V28 STE

Does V28 STE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V28 STE is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V28 STE?
The MOT on V28 STE is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V28 STE done?
V28 STE was recorded at 150,659 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 6,962 miles a year.
Has V28 STE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V28 STE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V28 STE 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 V28 STE find?
V28 STE passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall damage; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edges.

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