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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 2,996 cc

V2 VLLMOT history

V2 VLL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 May 2011. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 171,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2024.

V2 VLL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2025
Mileage
171,545 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2024
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V2 VLL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 May 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V2 VLL was last recorded at 171,545 miles on 18 Jan 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,543 miles · 5 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 171,545 miles
  • 2022 – 168,933 miles
  • 2020 – 163,329 miles
  • 2019 – 155,332 miles
  • 2018 – 146,197 miles
  • 2017 – 138,440 miles
  • 2016 – 122,876 miles
  • 2015 – 115,983 miles
  • 2014 – 87,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,545 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 19 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,545 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    171,545 miles
    Test number
    563830019968
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  2. Fail171,543 miles (+2,610)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,543 miles
    Test number
    414136400559
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  3. Pass168,933 miles (+5,604)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    168,933 miles
    Test number
    994765106799
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass163,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    163,329 miles
    Test number
    382931692076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail163,329 miles (+7,997)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,329 miles
    Test number
    565362797213
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  6. Pass155,332 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    155,332 miles
    Test number
    956649013997
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
  7. Fail155,332 miles (+9,135)3 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,332 miles
    Test number
    706808674343
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
  8. Pass146,197 miles (+7,757)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    146,197 miles
    Test number
    761899633406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass138,440 miles (+15,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    138,440 miles
    Test number
    946805776345
    • AdvisoryTyres in poor condition wearing on o/s/f also n/s/f side wall damage n/s/r has sidewall repair on inner
  10. Pass122,876 miles (+6,893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    122,876 miles
    Test number
    239891180124
    • AdvisoryN/s/r shock absorber has a slight leak
  11. Pass115,983 miles (+376)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    115,983 miles
    Test number
    408578845168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail115,607 miles (+27,694)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,607 miles
    Test number
    708129735112
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass87,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    87,913 miles
    Test number
    555009834139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V2 VLL

Does V2 VLL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V2 VLL expired on 17 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V2 VLL?
The MOT on V2 VLL expired on 17 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V2 VLL done?
V2 VLL was recorded at 171,545 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2024, an average of 8,651 miles a year.
Has V2 VLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V2 VLL has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on V2 VLL 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 VLL find?
V2 VLL passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2024 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration.

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