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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V61 DPLMOT history

V61 DPL is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 57,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

V61 DPL green 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 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
57,446 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V61 DPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V61 DPL was last recorded at 57,446 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,417 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
1,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,446 miles
  • 2025 – 56,171 miles
  • 2024 – 54,928 miles
  • 2023 – 54,616 miles
  • 2022 – 54,160 miles
  • 2021 – 53,810 miles
  • 2020 – 53,541 miles
  • 2019 – 52,375 miles
  • 2017 – 50,912 miles
  • 2016 – 49,509 miles
  • 2015 – 48,385 miles
  • 2014 – 46,362 miles
  • 2013 – 44,602 miles
  • 2012 – 42,552 miles
  • 2011 – 39,834 miles
  • 2010 – 37,286 miles
  • 2009 – 35,111 miles
  • 2008 – 31,838 miles
  • 2007 – 28,941 miles
  • 2006 – 24,504 miles
  • 2005 – 20,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,446 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,446 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    57,446 miles
    Test number
    456421677257
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail57,417 miles (+1,246)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,417 miles
    Test number
    849320038908
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass56,171 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    56,171 miles
    Test number
    306075943937
    • AdvisoryLight surface corrosion on rear underbody
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail56,171 miles (+1,243)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,171 miles
    Test number
    420935528923
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryLight surface corrosion on rear underbody
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass54,928 miles (+312)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    54,928 miles
    Test number
    979654153663
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hubs both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened hub and arm are one piece and are both corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened hub and arm are one piece and are both corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub has bush mounted at bottom which has deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass54,616 miles (+456)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    54,616 miles
    Test number
    250566381176
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded above hose union (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded above hose union (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub has bush mounted at bottom which is deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass54,160 miles (+350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    54,160 miles
    Test number
    931957398723
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush fitted in hub deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear hubs are heavily corroded

  8. Pass53,810 miles (+269)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    53,810 miles
    Test number
    219995460386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose twisted slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bush in bottom of hub deteriorated

  9. Pass53,541 miles (+1,166)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,541 miles
    Test number
    256487540306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,375 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    52,375 miles
    Test number
    227629907480
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail52,367 miles (+1,455)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,367 miles
    Test number
    943174762207
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass50,912 miles (+1,403)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    50,912 miles
    Test number
    616638857798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,509 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    49,509 miles
    Test number
    475518538718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers smearing.
    • AdvisoryCut in nearside front tyre.

  14. Fail49,509 miles (+1,124)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,509 miles
    Test number
    603729072718
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers smearing.
    • AdvisoryCut in nearside front tyre.

  15. Pass48,385 miles (+2,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    48,385 miles
    Test number
    918834913996
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Fail46,362 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,362 miles
    Test number
    509627494260
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass46,362 miles (+1,760)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    46,362 miles
    Test number
    805207194233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass44,602 miles (+2,050)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    44,602 miles
    Test number
    707500393219
    • NoteDrivers door difficult to open from outside.

  19. Pass42,552 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    42,552 miles
    Test number
    225763492248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,834 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,834 miles
    Test number
    315103781414
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking on inside tread

  21. Fail39,834 miles (+2,548)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,834 miles
    Test number
    599553281281
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking on inside tread

  22. Pass37,286 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    37,286 miles
    Test number
    330361690274
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking attention advised

  23. Fail37,284 miles (+2,173)2 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,284 miles
    Test number
    243478380250
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking attention advised

  24. Pass35,111 miles (+3,273)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    35,111 miles
    Test number
    122098489247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,838 miles (+2,897)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    31,838 miles
    Test number
    263931088217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass28,941 miles (+4,437)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,941 miles
    Test number
    482253987246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail24,504 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,504 miles
    Test number
    701208076203
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  28. Pass24,504 miles (+4,298)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    24,504 miles
    Test number
    900078976222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass20,206 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    20,206 miles
    Test number
    500263645287
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front & rear brake disc surfaces.

Questions about V61 DPL

Does V61 DPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V61 DPL is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V61 DPL?
The MOT on V61 DPL is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V61 DPL done?
V61 DPL was recorded at 57,446 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 1,817 miles a year.
Has V61 DPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V61 DPL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V61 DPL 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 V61 DPL find?
V61 DPL passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear; offside rear nail in tyre; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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