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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V45 FLJMOT history

V45 FLJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 104,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2023.

V45 FLJ blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2024
Mileage
104,069 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V45 FLJ
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 4 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V45 FLJ was last recorded at 104,069 miles on 5 Sept 2023, 2,804 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,265 miles · 3 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,804 miles
Average per year
3,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 104,069 miles
  • 2022 – 101,265 miles
  • 2017 – 99,268 miles
  • 2016 – 98,216 miles
  • 2015 – 98,159 miles
  • 2014 – 91,919 miles
  • 2013 – 82,795 miles
  • 2012 – 77,006 miles
  • 2011 – 71,529 miles
  • 2010 – 65,520 miles
  • 2009 – 58,350 miles
  • 2008 – 54,906 miles
  • 2007 – 53,684 miles
  • 2006 – 51,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,069 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,069 miles (+2,804)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    104,069 miles
    Test number
    794714396570
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass101,265 miles (+27)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    101,265 miles
    Test number
    639454496387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail101,238 miles (+1,970)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,238 miles
    Test number
    319650558439
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront floor/sill corroding

  4. Pass99,268 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    99,268 miles
    Test number
    561469765856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  5. Fail99,266 miles (+1,050)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,266 miles
    Test number
    444930181811
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  6. Pass98,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,216 miles
    Test number
    678669620730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,215 miles (+56)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,215 miles
    Test number
    412669359810
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  8. Pass98,159 miles (+6,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    98,159 miles
    Test number
    957802725294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass91,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    91,919 miles
    Test number
    115976664274
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  10. Fail91,914 miles (+9,119)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,914 miles
    Test number
    167056064212
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  11. Pass82,795 miles (+5,789)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    82,795 miles
    Test number
    575240163267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,006 miles (+5,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    77,006 miles
    Test number
    826823562228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass71,529 miles (+6,009)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    71,529 miles
    Test number
    696422151253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,520 miles (+289)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    65,520 miles
    Test number
    713813550298
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp on
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

  15. Fail65,231 miles (+6,881)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,231 miles
    Test number
    180386640213
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp on
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

  16. Pass58,350 miles (+3,444)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    58,350 miles
    Test number
    773500439295
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag warning lamp illuminated.

  17. Pass54,906 miles (+1,222)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    54,906 miles
    Test number
    303846148429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,684 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    53,684 miles
    Test number
    664500647217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAirbag light on

  19. Fail53,684 miles (+1,915)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,684 miles
    Test number
    900590247244
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAirbag light on

  20. Pass51,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    51,769 miles
    Test number
    370922426236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail51,769 miles1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,769 miles
    Test number
    553282326297
    • DangerousNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about V45 FLJ

Does V45 FLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V45 FLJ expired on 4 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V45 FLJ?
The MOT on V45 FLJ expired on 4 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V45 FLJ done?
V45 FLJ was recorded at 104,069 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2023, an average of 3,064 miles a year.
Has V45 FLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V45 FLJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V45 FLJ 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 V45 FLJ find?
V45 FLJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2023 with 8 advisories: front engine mounting damaged but not to excess; front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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