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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

V5 MGGMOT history

V5 MGG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 125,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

V5 MGG silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jul 2027
Mileage
125,126 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 MGG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 MGG was last recorded at 125,126 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,126 miles · 29 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,126 miles
  • 2025 – 124,340 miles
  • 2024 – 122,603 miles
  • 2022 – 121,499 miles
  • 2021 – 119,764 miles
  • 2019 – 119,753 miles
  • 2018 – 113,152 miles
  • 2016 – 103,941 miles
  • 2015 – 92,620 miles
  • 2014 – 85,723 miles
  • 2013 – 80,692 miles
  • 2012 – 71,225 miles
  • 2011 – 59,760 miles
  • 2010 – 56,414 miles
  • 2009 – 50,527 miles
  • 2007 – 36,390 miles
  • 2006 – 35,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,126 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged both front and nearside rear valve stems perished (5.2.3 (j))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deterioratedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,126 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    125,126 miles
    Test number
    180546018892
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged both front and nearside rear valve stems perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

  2. Fail125,126 miles (+786)1 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,126 miles
    Test number
    452543972319
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged both front and nearside rear valve stems perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

  3. Pass124,340 miles (+1,737)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    124,340 miles
    Test number
    292218884239
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged all four valve stems perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

  4. Pass122,603 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    122,603 miles
    Test number
    812470101730
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded/pitted on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing shocker shroud loose (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged all valve stems perishing (5.2.3 (j))

  5. Fail122,602 miles (+1,103)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,602 miles
    Test number
    662263578610
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake inadequately mounted caliper retaining spring missing (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded/pitted on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing shocker shroud loose (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged all valve stems perishing (5.2.3 (j))

  6. Pass121,499 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    121,499 miles
    Test number
    753068081578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail121,498 miles (+23)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,498 miles
    Test number
    709019822008
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail121,475 miles (+1,711)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,475 miles
    Test number
    831925559016
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area/drivers seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass119,764 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    119,764 miles
    Test number
    271538293543
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Fail119,764 miles (+11)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,764 miles
    Test number
    784920429427
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Fail119,753 miles (+6,601)2 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,753 miles
    Test number
    637331165100
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured both (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions both (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryAll over underbody corrosion

  12. Pass113,152 miles (+1,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    113,152 miles
    Test number
    483652664730
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Fail112,117 miles (+8,176)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,117 miles
    Test number
    910333992856
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass103,941 miles (+11,321)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    103,941 miles
    Test number
    631508968202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,620 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    92,620 miles
    Test number
    306926076074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail92,615 miles (+6,892)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,615 miles
    Test number
    109634409002
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass85,723 miles (+5,031)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    85,723 miles
    Test number
    706280354375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    80,692 miles
    Test number
    846318033309
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail80,692 miles (+9,467)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,692 miles
    Test number
    879528033340
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail71,225 miles2 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,225 miles
    Test number
    297889022254
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAdvise offside outer tyre wall cracking
    • NoteAdvise offside wiper blade rubber
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  21. Pass71,225 miles (+11,465)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,225 miles
    Test number
    578989922218
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAdvise offside outer tyre wall cracking
    • NoteAdvise offside wiper blade rubber
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  22. Pass59,760 miles (+3)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,760 miles
    Test number
    756365831220
    • NoteBoth front metal brake pipes to flexible brake hoses slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth rear wheel rims have very heavy corrosion to inner section of wheel rim
    • NoteBrake fluid level low but above min mark
    • NoteEngine oil level on min mark

  23. Fail59,757 miles (+3,343)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,757 miles
    Test number
    807320621274
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear wheel rims very corroded on inside
    • NoteEngine oil level down to min mark

  24. Pass56,414 miles (+5,887)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,414 miles
    Test number
    940310720198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass50,527 miles (+14,137)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,527 miles
    Test number
    392514719184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,390 miles (+455)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    36,390 miles
    Test number
    870176717327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,935 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    35,935 miles
    Test number
    631476107289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,311 miles
    Test number
    882399806234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail35,311 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,311 miles
    Test number
    770258806290
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about V5 MGG

Does V5 MGG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 MGG is valid until 4 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 MGG?
The MOT on V5 MGG is valid until 4 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 MGG done?
V5 MGG was recorded at 125,126 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 4,507 miles a year.
Has V5 MGG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 MGG has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V5 MGG 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 MGG find?
V5 MGG passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear inner brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported; offside rear inner brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported, and 8 more.

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