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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

V45 KVPMOT history

V45 KVP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 103,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2022.

V45 KVP silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2023
Mileage
103,189 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V45 KVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V45 KVP was last recorded at 103,189 miles on 22 Mar 2022, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,103 miles · 16 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
4,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,189 miles
  • 2021 – 98,457 miles
  • 2020 – 91,947 miles
  • 2019 – 88,581 miles
  • 2018 – 86,406 miles
  • 2017 – 85,750 miles
  • 2016 – 84,690 miles
  • 2015 – 82,095 miles
  • 2014 – 80,151 miles
  • 2013 – 76,987 miles
  • 2012 – 64,978 miles
  • 2011 – 63,478 miles
  • 2010 – 56,217 miles
  • 2009 – 47,905 miles
  • 2008 – 40,476 miles
  • 2007 – 37,780 miles
  • 2006 – 37,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,189 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 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.

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Non standard plates

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,189 miles (+86)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,189 miles
    Test number
    690830498098
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail103,103 miles (+4,646)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,103 miles
    Test number
    252028326714
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass98,457 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,457 miles
    Test number
    492353736525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail98,431 miles (+6,484)3 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,431 miles
    Test number
    592727806617
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass91,947 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    91,947 miles
    Test number
    190070368255
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNon standard plates

  6. Fail91,940 miles (+3,359)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,940 miles
    Test number
    247411939055
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNon standard plates

  7. Pass88,581 miles (+2,175)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,581 miles
    Test number
    330700160448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,406 miles (+656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    86,406 miles
    Test number
    469696156675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass85,750 miles (+1,060)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    85,750 miles
    Test number
    828433564739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,690 miles (+2,595)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,690 miles
    Test number
    366070775018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,095 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,095 miles
    Test number
    147625055494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,073 miles (+1,922)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,073 miles
    Test number
    966452955005
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  13. Pass80,151 miles (+58)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    80,151 miles
    Test number
    869304354024
    • NoteTapley brake test carried out due low ground clearance of vehicleof vehicle

  14. Fail80,093 miles (+3,106)2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,093 miles
    Test number
    656753044093
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteTapley brake test carried out due low ground clearance of vehicleof vehicle

  15. Pass76,987 miles (+12,009)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,987 miles
    Test number
    485499223017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass64,978 miles (+1,500)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    64,978 miles
    Test number
    866173132070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,478 miles (+7,261)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    63,478 miles
    Test number
    978616081244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    56,217 miles
    Test number
    804145660295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,217 miles (+8,312)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,217 miles
    Test number
    860405060296
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  20. Pass47,905 miles (+7,429)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,905 miles
    Test number
    254733559184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,476 miles
    Test number
    833384848126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,476 miles (+2,696)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,476 miles
    Test number
    440034148194
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass37,780 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,780 miles
    Test number
    440671907185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,749 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    37,749 miles
    Test number
    600517896064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail37,663 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,663 miles
    Test number
    140238886491
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are worn and corroded

Questions about V45 KVP

Does V45 KVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V45 KVP expired on 21 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V45 KVP?
The MOT on V45 KVP expired on 21 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V45 KVP done?
V45 KVP was recorded at 103,189 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2022, an average of 4,100 miles a year.
Has V45 KVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V45 KVP has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on V45 KVP 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 KVP find?
V45 KVP passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2022 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage.

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