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Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

V31 VVYMOT history

V31 VVY is a grey diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 24 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 87,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

V31 VVY grey BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
87,557 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V31 VVY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
24 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V31 VVY was last recorded at 87,557 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 4,277 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,280 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,277 miles
Average per year
6,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,557 miles
  • 2025 – 83,280 miles
  • 2024 – 76,037 miles
  • 2023 – 69,537 miles
  • 2022 – 63,312 miles
  • 2021 – 58,166 miles
  • 2020 – 53,715 miles
  • 2019 – 47,096 miles
  • 2018 – 40,248 miles
  • 2017 – 33,255 miles
  • 2016 – 25,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,557 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise replacement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear shock absorber gaiter/bump stop deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 12 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,557 miles (+4,277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    87,557 miles
    Test number
    467059461668
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass83,280 miles (+96)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    83,280 miles
    Test number
    198471670850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber gaiter/bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside condensation in headlamp
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber gaiters split

  3. Fail83,184 miles (+7,147)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,184 miles
    Test number
    639484711142
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber gaiter/bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside condensation in headlamp
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber gaiters split

  4. Pass76,037 miles (+6,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    76,037 miles
    Test number
    747222856548
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsr tyre approaching limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass69,537 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    69,537 miles
    Test number
    914260252214
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail69,537 miles (+6,225)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,537 miles
    Test number
    581581100823
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225.40.18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass63,312 miles (+5,146)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    63,312 miles
    Test number
    146328340230
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch liner damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front windscreen chipped

  8. Pass58,166 miles (+4,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,166 miles
    Test number
    762899541045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass53,715 miles (+6,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    53,715 miles
    Test number
    595976186875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass47,096 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,096 miles
    Test number
    411940490394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail47,094 miles (+6,846)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,094 miles
    Test number
    368622948033
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Advisory245/35/18/88y bridgestone potenza re050a run flat
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass40,248 miles (+6,993)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    40,248 miles
    Test number
    839539763292
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn and lipped /may be below minimum thicknes if measured

  13. Pass33,255 miles (+7,312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    33,255 miles
    Test number
    996699070656
    • Advisory245/35/18/88y bridgestone RSC
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped

  14. Pass25,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    25,943 miles
    Test number
    487820191880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V31 VVY

Does V31 VVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V31 VVY is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V31 VVY?
The MOT on V31 VVY is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V31 VVY done?
V31 VVY was recorded at 87,557 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 6,033 miles a year.
Has V31 VVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V31 VVY has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on V31 VVY 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 VVY find?
V31 VVY passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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