
BMW 3 Series
Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc
V41 GCRMOT history
V41 GCR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 147,242 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2022.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 7 Dec 2022
- Mileage
- 147,242 mi
- At MOT on 7 Dec 2022
- MOT tests
- 30
- 16 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- 3,688 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V41 GCR
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,895 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 28 Sept 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 7 Dec 2022
- Latest MOT test
- 7 Dec 2022 (Fail)
Mileage history
V41 GCR was last recorded at 147,242 miles on 7 Dec 2022, 704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2021.
Mileage went down between tests
- 13 May 2010: 11,178 miles, lower than 104,431 miles on 23 Jun 2009.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 146,538 miles · 8 Dec 2021
- Between the last two tests
- 704 miles
- Average per year
- 3,688 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2022 – 147,242 miles
- 2021 – 146,538 miles
- 2020 – 145,692 miles
- 2019 – 144,994 miles
- 2018 – 143,731 miles
- 2017 – 142,854 miles
- 2016 – 140,413 miles
- 2015 – 136,044 miles
- 2014 – 132,076 miles
- 2013 – 126,427 miles
- 2012 – 119,598 miles
- 2011 – 113,856 miles
- 2010 – 11,178 miles
- 2009 – 104,431 miles
- 2008 – 96,392 miles
- 2007 – 91,846 miles
- 2006 – 87,430 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020
Oil leak
Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021
Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light
Minor3 MOTs, 2021
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021
Full MOT history
30 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail147,242 miles (+704)4 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,242 miles
- Test number
- 115222934560
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass146,538 miles (+18)2 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 146,538 miles
- Test number
- 796726739761
- MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Fail146,520 miles (+188)2 major2 repaired2 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,520 miles
- Test number
- 104842750986
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Fail146,332 miles (+640)3 major2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,332 miles
- Test number
- 732508496752
- MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nsf + osf (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underneath car (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases touching car body as well (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass145,692 miles (+23)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 145,692 miles
- Test number
- 577745176094
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail145,669 miles (+675)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 145,669 miles
- Test number
- 600839890951
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass144,994 miles1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 144,994 miles
- Test number
- 581364633616
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAir intake leak (poor running)
Fail144,994 miles (+1,263)2 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,994 miles
- Test number
- 785864950367
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAir intake leak (poor running)
Pass143,731 miles (+877)2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 143,731 miles
- Test number
- 805607167637
- MinorBrake hose slightly damaged Both side front (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both side rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil level on minimum (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Pass142,854 miles (+1)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 142,854 miles
- Test number
- 715218349215
- AdvisoryFront Brake pads wearing low
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Windscreen washer jet aimed high
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
Fail142,853 miles (+2,440)4 failures11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,853 miles
- Test number
- 204264113603
- FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pads wearing low
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Windscreen washer jet aimed high
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
Pass140,413 miles (+97)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 140,413 miles
- Test number
- 104288768721
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake pads sensor wire damage
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear slight play in wheel bearing and wheel slightly noisy
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
- AdvisoryVehicle misfiring
Fail140,316 miles (+4,272)7 failures10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,316 miles
- Test number
- 174773360150
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper and lower (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake pads sensor wire damage
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear slight play in wheel bearing and wheel slightly noisy
- AdvisoryBrake pads sensor light on at time of test
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
- AdvisoryVehicle misfiring
Pass136,044 miles (+16)5 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 136,044 miles
- Test number
- 205868365403
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteOffside front tyre worn close to the legal limit/bold from the edges
- NoteOil leak
Fail136,028 miles (+3,952)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,028 miles
- Test number
- 505127265117
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteOffside front tyre worn close to the legal limit/bold from the edges
- NoteOil leak
Pass132,076 miles (+5,649)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 132,076 miles
- Test number
- 365752984179
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass126,427 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 126,427 miles
- Test number
- 157131363121
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail126,425 miles (+123)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,425 miles
- Test number
- 208241163133
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Fail126,302 miles (+6,704)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,302 miles
- Test number
- 229262053182
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
- FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteSlightly rough from rear both sides wheel bearing
Pass119,598 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 May 2013
- Odometer
- 119,598 miles
- Test number
- 219398432166
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail119,598 miles (+5,742)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,598 miles
- Test number
- 888218832110
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
Pass113,856 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2012
- Odometer
- 113,856 miles
- Test number
- 145964501173
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail113,856 miles (+102,678)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,856 miles
- Test number
- 259804101103
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Pass11,178 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2011
- Odometer
- 11,178 miles
- Test number
- 231433330156
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail11,178 miles (-93,253)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 11,178 miles
- Test number
- 434263930105
- FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Pass104,431 miles (+8,039)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 104,431 miles
- Test number
- 713804279193
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass96,392 miles (+4,546)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 96,392 miles
- Test number
- 862002678119
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass91,846 miles (+4,416)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2008
- Odometer
- 91,846 miles
- Test number
- 600897067175
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass87,430 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 87,430 miles
- Test number
- 564411966284
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail87,430 miles3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,430 miles
- Test number
- 780501566260
- Repaired at testNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Repaired at testOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Questions about V41 GCR
- Does V41 GCR currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on V41 GCR expired on 7 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on V41 GCR?
- The MOT on V41 GCR expired on 7 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has V41 GCR done?
- V41 GCR was recorded at 147,242 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2022, an average of 3,688 miles a year.
- Has V41 GCR ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V41 GCR has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2022.
- Has the mileage on V41 GCR ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 May 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on V41 GCR find?
- V41 GCR failed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2022 with 4 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; offside front track rod end ball joint has excessive play, and 6 more.
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