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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

V5 DHKMOT history

V5 DHK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 194,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2026.

V5 DHK black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
194,350 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 DHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 DHK was last recorded at 194,350 miles on 29 Aug 2026, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,312 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
7,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,350 miles
  • 2025 – 189,078 miles
  • 2024 – 182,593 miles
  • 2023 – 175,908 miles
  • 2022 – 170,596 miles
  • 2021 – 163,923 miles
  • 2020 – 160,019 miles
  • 2019 – 154,418 miles
  • 2018 – 147,853 miles
  • 2017 – 141,479 miles
  • 2016 – 132,809 miles
  • 2015 – 124,679 miles
  • 2014 – 117,177 miles
  • 2013 – 108,776 miles
  • 2012 – 98,337 miles
  • 2011 – 89,614 miles
  • 2010 – 80,695 miles
  • 2009 – 71,780 miles
  • 2008 – 62,633 miles
  • 2007 – 50,796 miles
  • 2006 – 41,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,350 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear trailing arm corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear trailing armRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Under trays covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,350 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    194,350 miles
    Test number
    697991402629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear trailing arm corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear trailing arm
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail194,312 miles (+5,234)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,312 miles
    Test number
    423058102980
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear trailing arm corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear trailing arm
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass189,078 miles (+6,485)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    189,078 miles
    Test number
    622238812048
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass182,593 miles (+6,685)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    182,593 miles
    Test number
    906660218529
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust join corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear diff damp
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damage

  5. Pass175,908 miles (+5,312)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    175,908 miles
    Test number
    750508078725
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass170,596 miles (+54)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    170,596 miles
    Test number
    659480029997
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail170,542 miles (+6,619)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,542 miles
    Test number
    806784955514
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear and O/S/F (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted

  8. Pass163,923 miles (+3,904)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    163,923 miles
    Test number
    632153301237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass160,019 miles (+5,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    160,019 miles
    Test number
    682756299727
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass154,418 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    154,418 miles
    Test number
    978312128744
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays covers fitted

  11. Fail154,416 miles (+6,563)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,416 miles
    Test number
    759165754762
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlight aim on highest limits
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays covers fitted

  12. Pass147,853 miles (+6,374)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    147,853 miles
    Test number
    575456305673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass141,479 miles (+8,670)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    141,479 miles
    Test number
    735075588343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass132,809 miles (+8,130)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    132,809 miles
    Test number
    542237849291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass124,679 miles (+7,502)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    124,679 miles
    Test number
    757288145179
    • NoteBoth rear metal brake pipes are corroding
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass117,177 miles (+8,401)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    117,177 miles
    Test number
    926739244183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass108,776 miles (+10,439)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    108,776 miles
    Test number
    249551653462
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass98,337 miles (+8,723)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,337 miles
    Test number
    305652452123
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass89,614 miles (+8,919)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,614 miles
    Test number
    646195241161
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated

  20. Pass80,695 miles (+8,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    80,695 miles
    Test number
    581442050188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass71,780 miles (+9,147)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    71,780 miles
    Test number
    280646559447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,633 miles (+11,837)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    62,633 miles
    Test number
    271684258430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,796 miles (+9,603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    50,796 miles
    Test number
    691052867189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass41,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,193 miles
    Test number
    254553366179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 DHK

Does V5 DHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 DHK is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 DHK?
The MOT on V5 DHK is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 DHK done?
V5 DHK was recorded at 194,350 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2026, an average of 7,577 miles a year.
Has V5 DHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 DHK has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V5 DHK 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 V5 DHK find?
V5 DHK passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear trailing arm corroded; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear trailing arm, and 1 more.

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