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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

V4 RPFMOT history

V4 RPF is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 61,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

V4 RPF silver 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 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
61,376 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V4 RPF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V4 RPF was last recorded at 61,376 miles on 21 May 2026, 1,803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Apr 2012: 10,278 miles, lower than 16,830 miles on 7 Apr 2011.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
59,573 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,803 miles
Average per year
2,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,376 miles
  • 2025 – 59,573 miles
  • 2024 – 57,529 miles
  • 2023 – 55,703 miles
  • 2022 – 53,202 miles
  • 2021 – 50,410 miles
  • 2020 – 48,662 miles
  • 2019 – 46,415 miles
  • 2018 – 44,108 miles
  • 2017 – 41,147 miles
  • 2016 – 37,453 miles
  • 2015 – 33,942 miles
  • 2014 – 30,008 miles
  • 2013 – 25,401 miles
  • 2012 – 10,278 miles
  • 2011 – 16,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,376 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,376 miles (+1,803)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    61,376 miles
    Test number
    547655646615
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass59,573 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    59,573 miles
    Test number
    742393575559
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail59,573 miles (+2,044)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,573 miles
    Test number
    211437997346
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass57,529 miles (+1,826)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    57,529 miles
    Test number
    520207655299
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass55,703 miles (+2,501)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    55,703 miles
    Test number
    928751218441
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass53,202 miles (+2,792)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    53,202 miles
    Test number
    777667955373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,410 miles (+1,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    50,410 miles
    Test number
    802305668475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass48,662 miles (+2,247)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    48,662 miles
    Test number
    742162300940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass46,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,415 miles
    Test number
    888449393303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail46,415 miles (+2,307)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,415 miles
    Test number
    946446903670
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass44,108 miles (+2,961)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    44,108 miles
    Test number
    483258474397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,147 miles (+3,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    41,147 miles
    Test number
    140975938659
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass37,453 miles (+3,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    37,453 miles
    Test number
    398047636912
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean for test

  14. Pass33,942 miles (+3,934)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    33,942 miles
    Test number
    718653305158
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass30,008 miles (+4,607)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    30,008 miles
    Test number
    547879094027
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass25,401 miles (+38)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    25,401 miles
    Test number
    737021203164
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn bald on outer edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn bald on inner edge
    • NoteOffsode rear tyre worn bald on inner edge & nail

  17. Fail25,363 miles (+15,085)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,363 miles
    Test number
    267833393024
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn bald on outer edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn bald on inner edge
    • NoteOffsode rear tyre worn bald on inner edge & nail

  18. Pass10,278 miles (-6,552)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    10,278 miles
    Test number
    249398992058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,830 miles
    Test number
    557187491056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V4 RPF

Does V4 RPF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V4 RPF is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V4 RPF?
The MOT on V4 RPF is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V4 RPF done?
V4 RPF was recorded at 61,376 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 2,946 miles a year.
Has V4 RPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V4 RPF has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on V4 RPF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Apr 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V4 RPF find?
V4 RPF passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox area.

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