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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

V31 VTMMOT history

V31 VTM is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 126,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2022.

V31 VTM blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2023
Mileage
126,255 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V31 VTM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V31 VTM was last recorded at 126,255 miles on 28 Feb 2022, 4,173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,082 miles · 12 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,173 miles
Average per year
6,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 126,255 miles
  • 2020 – 122,082 miles
  • 2019 – 117,273 miles
  • 2018 – 108,264 miles
  • 2017 – 101,011 miles
  • 2016 – 97,341 miles
  • 2015 – 94,198 miles
  • 2014 – 91,831 miles
  • 2013 – 87,702 miles
  • 2012 – 82,875 miles
  • 2011 – 78,477 miles
  • 2010 – 73,174 miles
  • 2009 – 64,259 miles
  • 2008 – 53,595 miles
  • 2007 – 40,746 miles
  • 2006 – 22,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,255 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,255 miles (+4,173)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,255 miles
    Test number
    191181678918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass122,082 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    122,082 miles
    Test number
    692151738648
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail122,076 miles (+4,803)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,076 miles
    Test number
    765760361883
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass117,273 miles (+9,009)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    117,273 miles
    Test number
    953278060417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    108,264 miles
    Test number
    562697927179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail108,264 miles (+7,253)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,264 miles
    Test number
    696771262088
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass101,011 miles (+3,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,011 miles
    Test number
    165179656059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush upper bush (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass97,341 miles (+3,143)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,341 miles
    Test number
    890273892615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,198 miles (+2,367)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    94,198 miles
    Test number
    395051295115
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding
    • NoteOffside front headlamp leveling device damaged
    • NoteRear exhaust corrodig
    • NoteSlight movement in nearside rear wheel

  10. Pass91,831 miles (+4,129)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,831 miles
    Test number
    395152394193
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust flanges cracking.
    • NoteSill covers fitted.

  11. Pass87,702 miles (+4,827)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,702 miles
    Test number
    398288593175
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade split.
    • NoteRear exhaust flanges cracked.
    • NoteSill covers fitted.

  12. Pass82,875 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,875 miles
    Test number
    649898852188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail82,875 miles (+4,398)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,875 miles
    Test number
    208208752437
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass78,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,477 miles
    Test number
    346058881074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail78,477 miles (+5,303)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,477 miles
    Test number
    435377171013
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass73,174 miles (+8,915)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    73,174 miles
    Test number
    163715250431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,259 miles (+10,664)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    64,259 miles
    Test number
    324500479059
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  18. Pass53,595 miles (+12,849)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    53,595 miles
    Test number
    794195588019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,746 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,746 miles
    Test number
    821204397048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,567 miles (+17,570)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,567 miles
    Test number
    373317687012
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass22,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,997 miles
    Test number
    131470166463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V31 VTM

Does V31 VTM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V31 VTM expired on 27 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V31 VTM?
The MOT on V31 VTM expired on 27 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V31 VTM done?
V31 VTM was recorded at 126,255 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2022, an average of 6,455 miles a year.
Has V31 VTM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V31 VTM has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on V31 VTM 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 V31 VTM find?
V31 VTM passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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