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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

V33 ETYMOT history

V33 ETY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 85,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

V33 ETY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
85,664 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V33 ETY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
1 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V33 ETY was last recorded at 85,664 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 9,459 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,205 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,459 miles
Average per year
5,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,664 miles
  • 2025 – 76,205 miles
  • 2024 – 74,860 miles
  • 2023 – 67,558 miles
  • 2022 – 63,712 miles
  • 2021 – 55,826 miles
  • 2020 – 51,590 miles
  • 2019 – 48,857 miles
  • 2018 – 43,944 miles
  • 2017 – 39,842 miles
  • 2016 – 26,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,664 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 15 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,664 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    85,664 miles
    Test number
    135227616249
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail85,664 miles (+9,459)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,664 miles
    Test number
    642009461653
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass76,205 miles (+1,345)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    76,205 miles
    Test number
    158070268144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass74,860 miles (+7,302)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    74,860 miles
    Test number
    361551112573
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
  5. Pass67,558 miles (+45)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    67,558 miles
    Test number
    973224417922
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
  6. Fail67,513 miles (+3,801)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,513 miles
    Test number
    340300997160
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake eff low
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads worn low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass63,712 miles (+7,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    63,712 miles
    Test number
    216479494680
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass55,826 miles (+4,236)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,826 miles
    Test number
    762111421559
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass51,590 miles (+2,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,590 miles
    Test number
    207683593122
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear parking brakes (1.2.1 (c))
  10. Pass48,857 miles (+4,913)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    48,857 miles
    Test number
    523442200897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,944 miles (+4,102)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    43,944 miles
    Test number
    733316577493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,842 miles (+13,350)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    39,842 miles
    Test number
    199963925267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    26,492 miles
    Test number
    946541038576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V33 ETY

Does V33 ETY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V33 ETY is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V33 ETY?
The MOT on V33 ETY is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V33 ETY done?
V33 ETY was recorded at 85,664 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 5,680 miles a year.
Has V33 ETY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V33 ETY has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V33 ETY 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 V33 ETY find?
V33 ETY passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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