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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V39 DPGMOT history

V39 DPG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 82,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2022.

V39 DPG 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 2 Feb 2023
Mileage
82,993 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V39 DPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V39 DPG was last recorded at 82,993 miles on 19 Jan 2022, 4,131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,862 miles · 3 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
4,131 miles
Average per year
2,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,993 miles
  • 2021 – 78,862 miles
  • 2020 – 76,647 miles
  • 2019 – 73,170 miles
  • 2018 – 72,006 miles
  • 2017 – 70,469 miles
  • 2016 – 69,007 miles
  • 2015 – 66,874 miles
  • 2014 – 64,515 miles
  • 2013 – 62,128 miles
  • 2012 – 60,629 miles
  • 2011 – 58,398 miles
  • 2010 – 55,998 miles
  • 2009 – 52,143 miles
  • 2008 – 47,869 miles
  • 2007 – 43,827 miles
  • 2006 – 37,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,993 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front position lights slightly dim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Air conditioning belt deteriorated badly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,993 miles (+4,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,993 miles
    Test number
    608108901029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass78,862 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    78,862 miles
    Test number
    596746795039
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Fail78,838 miles (+2,191)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,838 miles
    Test number
    466390281621
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass76,647 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,647 miles
    Test number
    495971384862
    • AdvisoryBoth dip beam patterns dim
    • AdvisoryCode read states fault with right rear abs sensor, can bus fault and pump motor fault. Requires investigating and repairing
    • AdvisoryFront position lamps dim
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail76,647 miles (+3,477)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,647 miles
    Test number
    950875575704
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth dip beam patterns dim
    • AdvisoryCode read states fault with right rear abs sensor, can bus fault and pump motor fault. Requires investigating and repairing
    • AdvisoryFront position lamps dim
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass73,170 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    73,170 miles
    Test number
    797077865253
    • AdvisoryFront position lights slightly dim

  7. Fail73,136 miles (+1,130)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,136 miles
    Test number
    330972240174
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly Not working, possibly due to the abs fault (7.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront position lights slightly dim

  8. Pass72,006 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    72,006 miles
    Test number
    860520183045
    • AdvisoryAbs light not on when vehicle was represented for test
    • AdvisoryBeam pattern improved once lights were on and dissipated the condensation
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on, looks like a wear indicator but pads ok and fluid level fine. Don’t think it’s the fluid level warning lamp.
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAir conditioning belt deteriorated badly
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  9. Fail72,000 miles (+1,531)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,000 miles
    Test number
    910807501630
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake (secondary) brakes imbalanced drivers side application very slow (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAir conditioning belt deteriorated badly
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light is on the dash, level looks reasonable
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  10. Pass70,469 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    70,469 miles
    Test number
    703985278564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail70,451 miles (+1,444)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,451 miles
    Test number
    564452357892
    • FailureBonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass69,007 miles (+2,133)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    69,007 miles
    Test number
    814511692337
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Offside and nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald inner edge and inner sidewall cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass66,874 miles (+2,359)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    66,874 miles
    Test number
    796914125000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,515 miles (+54)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    64,515 miles
    Test number
    167349524041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light is on

  15. Fail64,461 miles (+2,333)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,461 miles
    Test number
    898205924016
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light is on
    • NoteExhaust heat sheilds broken and insecure
    • NoteUndertrays broken and hanging down

  16. Pass62,128 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    62,128 miles
    Test number
    258116523081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail62,125 miles (+1,496)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,125 miles
    Test number
    815836323034
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass60,629 miles (+2,231)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,629 miles
    Test number
    826994312024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteNearside rear inner tyre wall has cuts in

  19. Pass58,398 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,398 miles
    Test number
    587552721046
    • NoteCentre exhaust heat shield insecure
    • NoteOffside front jacking block missing
    • NotePoor beam image from both headlights, condensation in both headlight lenses

  20. Fail58,398 miles (+2,400)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,398 miles
    Test number
    778692621024
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust heat shield insecure
    • NoteOffside front jacking block missing
    • NotePoor beam image from both headlights, condensation in both headlight lenses

  21. Pass55,998 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    55,998 miles
    Test number
    733169210015
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteHeadlamp beam images poor

  22. Fail55,998 miles (+3,855)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,998 miles
    Test number
    514066910060
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteDrivers window not going up
    • NoteHeadlamp beam images poor

  23. Pass52,143 miles (+4,274)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    52,143 miles
    Test number
    514897009014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteCentre exhaust heat shield insecure
    • NoteOffside front jacking point mising

  24. Fail47,869 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,869 miles
    Test number
    280194108030
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside parking brake low

  25. Pass47,869 miles (+4,042)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,869 miles
    Test number
    672294708010
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside parking brake low

  26. Fail43,827 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,827 miles
    Test number
    310876707029
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on legal limit on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre on legal limit and slightly distorted

  27. Pass43,827 miles (+6,570)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,827 miles
    Test number
    661906507028
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on legal limit on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre on legal limit and slightly distorted

  28. Pass37,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    37,257 miles
    Test number
    933247806042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V39 DPG

Does V39 DPG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V39 DPG expired on 2 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V39 DPG?
The MOT on V39 DPG expired on 2 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V39 DPG done?
V39 DPG was recorded at 82,993 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2022, an average of 2,853 miles a year.
Has V39 DPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V39 DPG has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on V39 DPG 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 V39 DPG find?
V39 DPG passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive.

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