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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,997 cc

V29 DMCMOT history

V29 DMC is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 126,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

V29 DMC black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
126,340 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V29 DMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V29 DMC was last recorded at 126,340 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 9,838 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,502 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,838 miles
Average per year
5,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,340 miles
  • 2025 – 116,502 miles
  • 2024 – 108,264 miles
  • 2023 – 102,935 miles
  • 2022 – 99,051 miles
  • 2021 – 94,031 miles
  • 2020 – 90,511 miles
  • 2019 – 86,074 miles
  • 2018 – 83,239 miles
  • 2017 – 81,044 miles
  • 2016 – 79,783 miles
  • 2015 – 75,120 miles
  • 2014 – 69,235 miles
  • 2013 – 64,272 miles
  • 2012 – 55,437 miles
  • 2011 – 37,839 miles
  • 2009 – 32,117 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,340 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both axle hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both caliper hoses lightly cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,340 miles (+9,838)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    126,340 miles
    Test number
    213491175401
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both axle hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both caliper hoses lightly cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass116,502 miles (+8,238)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    116,502 miles
    Test number
    902997891848
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both hoses at axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both caliper hoses staring to lightly crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass108,264 miles (+5,329)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    108,264 miles
    Test number
    929441159237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass102,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    102,935 miles
    Test number
    917015700952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail102,935 miles (+3,884)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,935 miles
    Test number
    989369296157
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass99,051 miles (+5,020)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    99,051 miles
    Test number
    712514476209
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play inner arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass94,031 miles (+3,520)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    94,031 miles
    Test number
    365050422669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass90,511 miles (+4,437)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    90,511 miles
    Test number
    177837406270
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r subframe to body bracket has slight corrosion
  9. Pass86,074 miles (+2,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    86,074 miles
    Test number
    793684342859
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass83,239 miles (+2,195)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,239 miles
    Test number
    735119572525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Pass81,044 miles (+1,261)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    81,044 miles
    Test number
    461342468709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,783 miles (+4,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,783 miles
    Test number
    792973030192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  13. Pass75,120 miles (+5,885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    75,120 miles
    Test number
    229356705432
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  14. Pass69,235 miles (+4,963)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,235 miles
    Test number
    325042234139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,272 miles (+8,835)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,272 miles
    Test number
    538683113130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,437 miles (+17,598)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,437 miles
    Test number
    229313322490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,839 miles (+5,722)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    37,839 miles
    Test number
    499140411157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass32,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,117 miles
    Test number
    692897779136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V29 DMC

Does V29 DMC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V29 DMC is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V29 DMC?
The MOT on V29 DMC is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V29 DMC done?
V29 DMC was recorded at 126,340 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 5,556 miles a year.
Has V29 DMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V29 DMC has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2023.
Has the mileage on V29 DMC 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 V29 DMC find?
V29 DMC passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both axle hoses; rear brake hose slightly deteriorated both caliper hoses lightly cracked, and 1 more.

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