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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

V56 DYXMOT history

V56 DYX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 228,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2021.

V56 DYX silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2021
Mileage
228,318 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2021
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 DYX
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

V56 DYX was last recorded at 228,318 miles on 16 Nov 2021, 14,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,174 miles · 21 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
14,144 miles
Average per year
9,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 228,318 miles
  • 2020 – 214,174 miles
  • 2019 – 200,375 miles
  • 2018 – 190,147 miles
  • 2017 – 181,027 miles
  • 2016 – 168,967 miles
  • 2015 – 168,955 miles
  • 2013 – 150,306 miles
  • 2012 – 141,242 miles
  • 2011 – 133,191 miles
  • 2010 – 122,561 miles
  • 2009 – 113,032 miles
  • 2008 – 102,062 miles
  • 2007 – 93,489 miles
  • 2005 – 69,995 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail228,318 miles
  • DangerousNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill front centre & rear (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill front centre & rear (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch sharp edges (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated floor pan (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch sharp edges (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail228,318 miles (+14,144)3 dangerous9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,318 miles
    Test number
    619945847647
    • DangerousNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill front centre & rear (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill front centre & rear (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch sharp edges (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated floor pan (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch sharp edges (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass214,174 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    214,174 miles
    Test number
    438307497096
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail214,167 miles (+13,792)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,167 miles
    Test number
    406147533690
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wipers x 2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass200,375 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    200,375 miles
    Test number
    419260745743
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail200,370 miles (+10,223)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,370 miles
    Test number
    176170176110
    • MajorFront Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass190,147 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    190,147 miles
    Test number
    827276085032
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail190,139 miles (+9,112)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,139 miles
    Test number
    213846416982
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass181,027 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    181,027 miles
    Test number
    375269285720
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail181,025 miles (+12,058)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,025 miles
    Test number
    951646572807
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped across rear axle (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass168,967 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    168,967 miles
    Test number
    294927942426
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint o/s & n/s (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit very worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bushes slight play

  11. Fail168,955 miles (+8,660)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,955 miles
    Test number
    803139350965
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper split (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s & n/s very worn on the edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush o/s & n/s (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint o/s & n/s (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass160,295 miles (+171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    160,295 miles
    Test number
    405329915042
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail160,124 miles (+9,818)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,124 miles
    Test number
    878302015093
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass150,306 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    150,306 miles
    Test number
    499704653450
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail150,305 miles (+9,063)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,305 miles
    Test number
    498640753318
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass141,242 miles (+8,051)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    141,242 miles
    Test number
    857946842368
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAir bag light on

  17. Pass133,191 miles (+10,630)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    133,191 miles
    Test number
    768389141355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight bind on offside parking brake

  18. Pass122,561 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    122,561 miles
    Test number
    100256550374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail122,561 miles (+9,529)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,561 miles
    Test number
    914866050322
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass113,032 miles (+10,970)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    113,032 miles
    Test number
    880461159367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass102,062 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    102,062 miles
    Test number
    164912658374
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail102,031 miles (+8,542)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,031 miles
    Test number
    401737748472
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass93,489 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    93,489 miles
    Test number
    463934557345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Fail93,488 miles (+8,696)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,488 miles
    Test number
    632002457322
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass84,792 miles (+14,797)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    84,792 miles
    Test number
    504408307087
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass69,995 miles (+442)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    69,995 miles
    Test number
    840789175249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S front tyre @ 2mm - Worn on outer edge
    • NoteRear bushes for O/S and N/S front lower suspension arms are 50% split - Advise replacement ASAP
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

  27. Fail69,553 miles1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,553 miles
    Test number
    464705565248
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S front tyre @ 2mm - Worn on outer edge
    • NoteRear brake pads low discs worn - Advise replacement
    • NoteRear bushes for O/S and N/S front lower suspension arms are 50% split

Questions about V56 DYX

Does V56 DYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V56 DYX expired on 20 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V56 DYX?
The MOT on V56 DYX expired on 20 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V56 DYX done?
V56 DYX was recorded at 228,318 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2021, an average of 9,830 miles a year.
Has V56 DYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 DYX has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on V56 DYX 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 V56 DYX find?
V56 DYX failed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2021 with 3 dangerous defects, 9 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside outer integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill front centre & rear; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; offside outer integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill front centre & rear, and 12 more.

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