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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

V5 RYUMOT history

V5 RYU is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 158,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

V5 RYU grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
158,735 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 RYU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 RYU was last recorded at 158,735 miles on 19 May 2026, 7,286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
151,449 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,286 miles
Average per year
8,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,735 miles
  • 2025 – 151,449 miles
  • 2024 – 143,328 miles
  • 2023 – 135,216 miles
  • 2022 – 127,607 miles
  • 2021 – 120,905 miles
  • 2020 – 116,670 miles
  • 2019 – 109,039 miles
  • 2018 – 100,942 miles
  • 2017 – 89,898 miles
  • 2016 – 78,564 miles
  • 2015 – 61,288 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,735 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,735 miles (+7,286)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    158,735 miles
    Test number
    510746059799
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass151,449 miles (+8,121)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    151,449 miles
    Test number
    780564810702
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front & Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top Mounting Has Slight Play
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass143,328 miles (+8,112)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    143,328 miles
    Test number
    877967201001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass135,216 miles (+7,609)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    135,216 miles
    Test number
    326522635336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass127,607 miles (+6,702)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    127,607 miles
    Test number
    897594849528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass120,905 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    120,905 miles
    Test number
    153169687394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail120,905 miles (+4,235)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,905 miles
    Test number
    887809151180
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass116,670 miles (+7,631)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    116,670 miles
    Test number
    277550956518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,039 miles (+8,097)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,039 miles
    Test number
    955775941639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass100,942 miles (+11,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,942 miles
    Test number
    328421648475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass89,898 miles (+11,334)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    89,898 miles
    Test number
    279427282410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,564 miles
    Test number
    700239612798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,564 miles (+17,276)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,564 miles
    Test number
    471297047043
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  14. Pass61,288 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    61,288 miles
    Test number
    235329545190
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Fail61,288 miles3 failures2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,288 miles
    Test number
    955909645143
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about V5 RYU

Does V5 RYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 RYU is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 RYU?
The MOT on V5 RYU is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 RYU done?
V5 RYU was recorded at 158,735 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 8,880 miles a year.
Has V5 RYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 RYU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on V5 RYU 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 RYU find?
V5 RYU passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 2 more.

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