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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

V30 GLEMOT history

V30 GLE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 178,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

V30 GLE 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 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
178,163 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V30 GLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V30 GLE was last recorded at 178,163 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 12,215 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,948 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12,215 miles
Average per year
11,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,163 miles
  • 2025 – 165,948 miles
  • 2024 – 150,544 miles
  • 2023 – 136,351 miles
  • 2022 – 129,487 miles
  • 2021 – 118,882 miles
  • 2020 – 108,302 miles
  • 2019 – 97,816 miles
  • 2018 – 85,090 miles
  • 2017 – 68,228 miles
  • 2016 – 55,769 miles
  • 2015 – 45,900 miles
  • 2014 – 35,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,163 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre Screw

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,163 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    178,163 miles
    Test number
    918043826412
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail178,163 miles (+12,215)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,163 miles
    Test number
    837292471423
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass165,948 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    165,948 miles
    Test number
    271695286257
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail165,948 miles (+15,404)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,948 miles
    Test number
    815586410554
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass150,544 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    150,544 miles
    Test number
    493473375823
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail150,544 miles (+14,193)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,544 miles
    Test number
    817573934571
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass136,351 miles (+6,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    136,351 miles
    Test number
    143662714046
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass129,487 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    129,487 miles
    Test number
    365196485270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre Screw
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail129,487 miles (+10,605)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,487 miles
    Test number
    395904568131
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre Screw
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass118,882 miles (+10,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    118,882 miles
    Test number
    182998914830
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass108,302 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    108,302 miles
    Test number
    453354580588
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail108,302 miles (+10,486)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,302 miles
    Test number
    964750636097
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass97,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,816 miles
    Test number
    127259442020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail97,816 miles (+12,726)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,816 miles
    Test number
    698318925984
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass85,090 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,090 miles
    Test number
    892911432432
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Fail85,090 miles (+16,862)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,090 miles
    Test number
    311789026537
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  17. Pass68,228 miles (+12,459)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    68,228 miles
    Test number
    885805300412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,769 miles (+9,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    55,769 miles
    Test number
    410791526672
    • 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)

  19. Pass45,900 miles (+10,685)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    45,900 miles
    Test number
    506817835256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,215 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    35,215 miles
    Test number
    437649234240
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about V30 GLE

Does V30 GLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V30 GLE is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V30 GLE?
The MOT on V30 GLE is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V30 GLE done?
V30 GLE was recorded at 178,163 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 11,883 miles a year.
Has V30 GLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V30 GLE has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V30 GLE 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 V30 GLE find?
V30 GLE passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear outer brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5 mm.

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