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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V46 MOOMOT history

V46 MOO is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 155,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2022.

V46 MOO blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2023
Mileage
155,345 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V46 MOO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V46 MOO was last recorded at 155,345 miles on 14 Sept 2022, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,334 miles · 31 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
4,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 155,345 miles
  • 2021 – 153,896 miles
  • 2020 – 152,528 miles
  • 2019 – 150,836 miles
  • 2018 – 149,021 miles
  • 2017 – 147,355 miles
  • 2016 – 144,955 miles
  • 2015 – 142,823 miles
  • 2014 – 140,744 miles
  • 2013 – 138,105 miles
  • 2012 – 136,333 miles
  • 2011 – 133,772 miles
  • 2010 – 127,439 miles
  • 2009 – 119,129 miles
  • 2008 – 109,751 miles
  • 2007 – 100,422 miles
  • 2006 – 91,047 miles
  • 2005 – 85,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,345 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offsideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive also covered under Integral body structure, rear end of sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front arche corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive also covered under Integral body structure, rear end of sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside, arches corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,345 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    155,345 miles
    Test number
    203715154619
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive also covered under Integral body structure, rear end of sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front arche corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive also covered under Integral body structure, rear end of sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside, arches corroded

  2. Fail155,334 miles (+1,438)5 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,334 miles
    Test number
    953320662596
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced end of sill/jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced nearside and offside (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside and offside, rubber bush housing ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive also covered under Integral body structure, rear end of sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front arche corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive also covered under Integral body structure, rear end of sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside, arches corroded

  3. Pass153,896 miles (+1,368)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    153,896 miles
    Test number
    195056507608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower suspension arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside jacking point areas are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside upper suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside inner edges of tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass152,528 miles (+1,692)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    152,528 miles
    Test number
    479901020455
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Nearside & offside movement in the rubber section of the joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear jacking point area rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & offside inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass150,836 miles (+1,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    150,836 miles
    Test number
    289066846106
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake performance is lower in effort than the opposite side,adjustment or repair may be required

  6. Pass149,021 miles (+1,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    149,021 miles
    Test number
    655226181680
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake performance is lower in effort than the opposite side, adjustment or repair may be required

  7. Pass147,355 miles (+2,400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    147,355 miles
    Test number
    822576665623
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slide bushing slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  8. Pass144,955 miles (+2,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    144,955 miles
    Test number
    947163997386
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower in effort (3.7.B.6b)

  9. Pass142,823 miles (+2,079)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    142,823 miles
    Test number
    866005924934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass140,744 miles (+2,639)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    140,744 miles
    Test number
    716554254296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass138,105 miles (+1,772)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    138,105 miles
    Test number
    466268243292
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass136,333 miles (+2,561)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    136,333 miles
    Test number
    829387442283
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBrake pipes front to rear have a protective grease coating
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is wearing on inner edge

  13. Pass133,772 miles (+6,333)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    133,772 miles
    Test number
    477690451287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteOffside & nearside front & rear brake disc's are slightly worn

  14. Pass127,439 miles (+8,310)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    127,439 miles
    Test number
    144983140219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass119,129 miles (+9,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    119,129 miles
    Test number
    590730459251
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass109,751 miles (+9,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    109,751 miles
    Test number
    720646748279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass100,422 miles (+9,375)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    100,422 miles
    Test number
    771183447206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,047 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    91,047 miles
    Test number
    342870956491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail91,047 miles (+5,456)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,047 miles
    Test number
    924910956223
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail85,591 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,591 miles
    Test number
    354717255430
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front indicators fading to white
    • NoteOffside rear inner side light not working

  21. Pass85,591 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    85,591 miles
    Test number
    713847355221
    • NoteOffside and nearside front indicators fading to white
    • NoteOffside rear inner side light not working

Questions about V46 MOO

Does V46 MOO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V46 MOO expired on 15 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V46 MOO?
The MOT on V46 MOO expired on 15 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V46 MOO done?
V46 MOO was recorded at 155,345 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2022, an average of 4,103 miles a year.
Has V46 MOO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V46 MOO has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V46 MOO 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 V46 MOO find?
V46 MOO passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2022 with 8 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive also covered under integral body structure, rear end of sill/jacking point; offside front arche corroded, and 5 more.

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