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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

V2 PADMOT history

V2 PAD is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 69,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

V2 PAD green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
69,558 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V2 PAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V2 PAD was last recorded at 69,558 miles on 19 May 2026, 3,654 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,904 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,654 miles
Average per year
2,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,558 miles
  • 2025 – 65,904 miles
  • 2023 – 60,651 miles
  • 2022 – 57,840 miles
  • 2021 – 54,197 miles
  • 2020 – 52,388 miles
  • 2019 – 52,201 miles
  • 2018 – 51,487 miles
  • 2017 – 50,686 miles
  • 2016 – 48,455 miles
  • 2015 – 46,340 miles
  • 2014 – 43,877 miles
  • 2013 – 41,412 miles
  • 2012 – 38,998 miles
  • 2011 – 36,877 miles
  • 2010 – 34,279 miles
  • 2009 – 31,450 miles
  • 2008 – 28,764 miles
  • 2007 – 25,616 miles
  • 2006 – 22,009 miles
  • 2005 – 17,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,558 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,558 miles (+3,654)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    69,558 miles
    Test number
    469135192763
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass65,904 miles (+5,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    65,904 miles
    Test number
    786081939818
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass60,651 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    60,651 miles
    Test number
    504615956890
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail60,650 miles (+2,810)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,650 miles
    Test number
    148187971253
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55R16 91W conti sport contact (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass57,840 miles (+3,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    57,840 miles
    Test number
    527461535778
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arm bushes deteriorating
  6. Pass54,197 miles (+1,809)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,197 miles
    Test number
    807193618890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened off side and nearside rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass52,388 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    52,388 miles
    Test number
    813997267921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass52,201 miles (+714)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    52,201 miles
    Test number
    683490217109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,487 miles (+801)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    51,487 miles
    Test number
    178219915625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,686 miles (+2,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    50,686 miles
    Test number
    629963758450
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  11. Pass48,455 miles (+2,115)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    48,455 miles
    Test number
    123796483845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,340 miles (+2,463)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    46,340 miles
    Test number
    109303093305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,877 miles (+2,465)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,877 miles
    Test number
    346341894288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,412 miles (+2,414)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,412 miles
    Test number
    258785983267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,998 miles (+2,121)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,998 miles
    Test number
    929404292281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,877 miles (+2,598)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    36,877 miles
    Test number
    845908481227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,279 miles (+2,829)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,279 miles
    Test number
    731604880241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,450 miles (+2,686)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    31,450 miles
    Test number
    181386089255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,764 miles (+3,148)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    28,764 miles
    Test number
    150394598282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,616 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    25,616 miles
    Test number
    254702597249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,009 miles (+4,665)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,009 miles
    Test number
    132646696278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    17,344 miles
    Test number
    640357495285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V2 PAD

Does V2 PAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V2 PAD is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V2 PAD?
The MOT on V2 PAD is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V2 PAD done?
V2 PAD was recorded at 69,558 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 2,539 miles a year.
Has V2 PAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V2 PAD has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V2 PAD 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 PAD find?
V2 PAD passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms.; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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