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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

V45 GCRMOT history

V45 GCR is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 289,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

V45 GCR blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
289,681 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V45 GCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V45 GCR was last recorded at 289,681 miles on 21 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jul 2008: 17,671 miles, lower than 160,956 miles on 1 Aug 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
289,679 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 289,681 miles
  • 2025 – 288,108 miles
  • 2024 – 286,223 miles
  • 2023 – 283,214 miles
  • 2022 – 280,953 miles
  • 2021 – 278,918 miles
  • 2020 – 276,974 miles
  • 2019 – 276,353 miles
  • 2018 – 275,242 miles
  • 2017 – 274,668 miles
  • 2016 – 271,315 miles
  • 2015 – 266,957 miles
  • 2014 – 257,619 miles
  • 2013 – 246,315 miles
  • 2012 – 236,591 miles
  • 2011 – 226,609 miles
  • 2010 – 215,012 miles
  • 2009 – 196,897 miles
  • 2008 – 176,714 miles
  • 2007 – 160,956 miles
  • 2006 – 142,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass289,681 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lightsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear inner and outer sills corrodingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front brake back plate missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass289,681 miles (+2)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    289,681 miles
    Test number
    253685378340
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear inner and outer sills corroding

  2. Fail289,679 miles (+1,571)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    289,679 miles
    Test number
    922443196231
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear inner and outer sills corroding

  3. Pass288,108 miles (+1,885)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    288,108 miles
    Test number
    289400563474
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both OS/NS
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass286,223 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    286,223 miles
    Test number
    473031224893
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake recording lower reading than osr
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail286,222 miles (+3,008)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,222 miles
    Test number
    951264427592
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken lower part of spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake back plate weld detached
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake recording lower reading than osr
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass283,214 miles (+2,261)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    283,214 miles
    Test number
    785404052535
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn down lower than nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads worn down lower than nearside--signs of pads and disc getting hot--slight brake bind detected while checking wheel bearings (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective one of two mountings rusted / detached (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  7. Pass280,953 miles (+2,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    280,953 miles
    Test number
    831293932105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass278,918 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    278,918 miles
    Test number
    576831981628
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake just required percentage

  9. Fail278,918 miles (+1,944)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,918 miles
    Test number
    882157777497
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake just required percentage

  10. Pass276,974 miles (+621)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    276,974 miles
    Test number
    452752966714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass276,353 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    276,353 miles
    Test number
    336071868910
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail276,352 miles (+1,110)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,352 miles
    Test number
    536983481557
    • MajorNearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass275,242 miles (+574)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    275,242 miles
    Test number
    403008807242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass274,668 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    274,668 miles
    Test number
    826856295843
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  15. Fail274,666 miles (+3,351)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,666 miles
    Test number
    412459119817
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner joint (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass271,315 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    271,315 miles
    Test number
    988188247933
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush all (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail271,315 miles (+4,358)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,315 miles
    Test number
    943790447296
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush all (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass266,957 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    266,957 miles
    Test number
    167102615289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear diff mounts perished with slight movement

  19. Fail266,957 miles (+9,338)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,957 miles
    Test number
    227901515282
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear diff mounts perished with slight movement

  20. Pass257,619 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    257,619 miles
    Test number
    587399094130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail257,615 miles (+11,300)1 dangerous5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,615 miles
    Test number
    258738094156
    • DangerousNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass246,315 miles (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    246,315 miles
    Test number
    786878093185
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  23. Fail246,269 miles (+9,678)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,269 miles
    Test number
    709377393192
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  24. Pass236,591 miles (+9,982)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    236,591 miles
    Test number
    576546182118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass226,609 miles (+172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    226,609 miles
    Test number
    555369381135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail226,437 miles (+11,425)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,437 miles
    Test number
    599976981177
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass215,012 miles (+18,115)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    215,012 miles
    Test number
    651484790107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear no plate slightly deterioated

  28. Pass196,897 miles (+20,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    196,897 miles
    Test number
    891652009277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass176,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    176,714 miles
    Test number
    874951718288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail17,671 miles (-143,285)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,671 miles
    Test number
    281701218282
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass160,956 miles (+18,535)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    160,956 miles
    Test number
    811363117216
    • NoteRear brake pads and discs low

  32. Pass142,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    142,421 miles
    Test number
    620213146294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail142,421 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,421 miles
    Test number
    791852146241
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteV.belts both starting to crack.

Questions about V45 GCR

Does V45 GCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V45 GCR is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V45 GCR?
The MOT on V45 GCR is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V45 GCR done?
V45 GCR was recorded at 289,681 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 7,466 miles a year.
Has V45 GCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V45 GCR has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V45 GCR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V45 GCR find?
V45 GCR passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 8 more.

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