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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

V32 SOBMOT history

V32 SOB is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 158,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

V32 SOB green 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 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
158,933 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,678 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V32 SOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V32 SOB was last recorded at 158,933 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,931 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,933 miles
  • 2024 – 155,755 miles
  • 2021 – 154,174 miles
  • 2020 – 154,112 miles
  • 2019 – 154,029 miles
  • 2018 – 149,489 miles
  • 2016 – 143,707 miles
  • 2015 – 141,250 miles
  • 2014 – 138,967 miles
  • 2013 – 132,607 miles
  • 2011 – 129,465 miles
  • 2010 – 118,292 miles
  • 2009 – 99,978 miles
  • 2008 – 86,808 miles
  • 2007 – 75,544 miles
  • 2006 – 67,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,933 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Sill cover insecure.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,933 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    158,933 miles
    Test number
    793717431589
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sill cover insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail158,931 miles (+3,176)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,931 miles
    Test number
    918176618047
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sill cover insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass155,755 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    155,755 miles
    Test number
    272875210835
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And rear under sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail155,752 miles (+1,578)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,752 miles
    Test number
    142234350914
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged Insecure and fouling. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Under sill to floor. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Under sill to floor. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And rear under sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass154,174 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    154,174 miles
    Test number
    936018239542
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis number sprayed over but still read able only just
  6. Fail154,169 miles (+6)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,169 miles
    Test number
    603671055469
    • MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis number sprayed over but still read able only just
  7. Fail154,163 miles (+51)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,163 miles
    Test number
    631422564643
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Fail154,112 miles (+83)1 dangerous11 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,112 miles
    Test number
    168712182350
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill/floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  9. Fail154,029 miles (+4,540)2 dangerous19 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,029 miles
    Test number
    301454411908
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail strut top mounting nut insecure (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment locking nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached secureing nut loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel insecure wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated insecure (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass149,489 miles (+5,782)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    149,489 miles
    Test number
    826605750692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass143,707 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    143,707 miles
    Test number
    137843446884
    • Advisory2xrear brake pipes o/s steering rack end
  12. Fail143,707 miles (+2)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,707 miles
    Test number
    685325916164
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Advisory2xrear brake pipes o/s steering rack end
  13. Fail143,705 miles (+2,455)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,705 miles
    Test number
    100044779048
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  14. Pass141,250 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    141,250 miles
    Test number
    298708575117
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail141,250 miles (+2,283)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,250 miles
    Test number
    577508075183
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass138,967 miles (+6,360)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    138,967 miles
    Test number
    207050574475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass132,607 miles (+3,142)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    132,607 miles
    Test number
    886936763114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass129,465 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    129,465 miles
    Test number
    875306311318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail129,453 miles (+11,161)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,453 miles
    Test number
    135336411397
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass118,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    118,292 miles
    Test number
    363898020384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail118,292 miles (+18,314)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,292 miles
    Test number
    684858920383
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass99,978 miles (+13,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    99,978 miles
    Test number
    330322439335
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Fail86,808 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,808 miles
    Test number
    192510638346
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  24. Pass86,808 miles (+11,264)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    86,808 miles
    Test number
    791270638357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,544 miles (+1,688)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    75,544 miles
    Test number
    482722737310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass73,856 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    73,856 miles
    Test number
    542757857147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  27. Fail73,856 miles (+6,644)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,856 miles
    Test number
    202516757467
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  28. Pass67,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    67,212 miles
    Test number
    551788726184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V32 SOB

Does V32 SOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V32 SOB is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V32 SOB?
The MOT on V32 SOB is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V32 SOB done?
V32 SOB was recorded at 158,933 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 4,678 miles a year.
Has V32 SOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V32 SOB has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V32 SOB 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 V32 SOB find?
V32 SOB passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front sill cover insecure., and 3 more.

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