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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 2,996 cc

V2 GTBMOT history

V2 GTB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 97,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

V2 GTB 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 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
97,890 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V2 GTB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V2 GTB was last recorded at 97,890 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,890 miles · 22 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,890 miles
  • 2025 – 91,591 miles
  • 2024 – 85,925 miles
  • 2023 – 80,284 miles
  • 2022 – 74,645 miles
  • 2021 – 69,233 miles
  • 2020 – 65,482 miles
  • 2019 – 60,958 miles
  • 2018 – 57,216 miles
  • 2016 – 51,705 miles
  • 2015 – 43,023 miles
  • 2014 – 37,689 miles
  • 2012 – 30,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,890 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    97,890 miles
    Test number
    714109949534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail97,890 miles (+6,299)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,890 miles
    Test number
    368530054949
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass91,591 miles (+5,666)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    91,591 miles
    Test number
    910243167700
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,925 miles (+5,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    85,925 miles
    Test number
    721101357739
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure

  5. Pass80,284 miles (+5,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    80,284 miles
    Test number
    655464255783
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass74,645 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    74,645 miles
    Test number
    714270434190
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail74,645 miles (+5,412)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,645 miles
    Test number
    181313835427
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass69,233 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    69,233 miles
    Test number
    980391858229
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail69,233 miles (+3,751)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,233 miles
    Test number
    670711510082
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass65,482 miles (+4,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,482 miles
    Test number
    688498868676
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass60,958 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    60,958 miles
    Test number
    816021048048
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail60,956 miles (+3,740)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,956 miles
    Test number
    195087352989
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass57,216 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    57,216 miles
    Test number
    844740934100
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and off side (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail57,216 miles (+5,511)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,216 miles
    Test number
    827010041779
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and off side (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass51,705 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    51,705 miles
    Test number
    480707846815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,898 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    47,898 miles
    Test number
    193450662828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,893 miles (+4,870)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,893 miles
    Test number
    515437133084
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  18. Pass43,023 miles (+5,334)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    43,023 miles
    Test number
    746089605052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,689 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,689 miles
    Test number
    179506314019
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass37,689 miles (+7,144)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    37,689 miles
    Test number
    988766514026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass30,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,545 miles
    Test number
    138412172023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,538 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,538 miles
    Test number
    579292472096
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about V2 GTB

Does V2 GTB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V2 GTB is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V2 GTB?
The MOT on V2 GTB is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V2 GTB done?
V2 GTB was recorded at 97,890 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 4,857 miles a year.
Has V2 GTB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V2 GTB has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V2 GTB 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 V2 GTB find?
V2 GTB passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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