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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,995 cc

V33 HFCMOT history

V33 HFC is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 98,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

V33 HFC black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
98,694 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V33 HFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V33 HFC was last recorded at 98,694 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 8,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,603 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,091 miles
Average per year
7,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,694 miles
  • 2025 – 90,603 miles
  • 2024 – 86,541 miles
  • 2023 – 84,133 miles
  • 2021 – 73,914 miles
  • 2020 – 65,931 miles
  • 2019 – 59,840 miles
  • 2018 – 46,410 miles
  • 2017 – 32,153 miles
  • 2016 – 20,664 miles
  • 2015 – 15,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,694 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    98,694 miles
    Test number
    852734877553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail98,691 miles (+8,088)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,691 miles
    Test number
    958615694595
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass90,603 miles (+4,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    90,603 miles
    Test number
    543856491887
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass86,541 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,541 miles
    Test number
    473223263622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,133 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    84,133 miles
    Test number
    954046567318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail84,132 miles (+10,218)2 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,132 miles
    Test number
    610211212378
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed EML flashing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint between manifold & centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass73,914 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    73,914 miles
    Test number
    537897479210
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail73,914 miles (+7,983)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,914 miles
    Test number
    432587503201
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass65,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    65,931 miles
    Test number
    433808711784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail65,931 miles (+6,091)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,931 miles
    Test number
    672348809636
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  11. Pass59,840 miles (+13,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    59,840 miles
    Test number
    207380999258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  12. Pass46,410 miles (+14,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    46,410 miles
    Test number
    979507189067
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn 255/30/19 (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass32,153 miles (+11,489)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    32,153 miles
    Test number
    602237123185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass20,664 miles (+4,755)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    20,664 miles
    Test number
    132571145320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass15,909 miles (+538)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    15,909 miles
    Test number
    989104040582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass15,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    15,371 miles
    Test number
    482669877946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V33 HFC

Does V33 HFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V33 HFC is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V33 HFC?
The MOT on V33 HFC is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V33 HFC done?
V33 HFC was recorded at 98,694 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 7,672 miles a year.
Has V33 HFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V33 HFC has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V33 HFC 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 HFC find?
V33 HFC passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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