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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V637 GCWMOT history

V637 GCW is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 62,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2025.

V637 GCW red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2026
Mileage
62,167 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2025
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V637 GCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V637 GCW was last recorded at 62,167 miles on 18 Aug 2025, 1,445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,722 miles · 11 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,445 miles
Average per year
1,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 62,167 miles
  • 2023 – 60,722 miles
  • 2022 – 60,476 miles
  • 2021 – 58,264 miles
  • 2019 – 54,400 miles
  • 2018 – 53,278 miles
  • 2012 – 52,976 miles
  • 2011 – 49,091 miles
  • 2010 – 48,402 miles
  • 2009 – 47,345 miles
  • 2008 – 45,702 miles
  • 2007 – 43,815 miles
  • 2006 – 41,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,167 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Under vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,167 miles (+1,445)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    62,167 miles
    Test number
    281710015689
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass60,722 miles (+246)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    60,722 miles
    Test number
    318547665377
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components slightly corroded

  3. Pass60,476 miles (+2,212)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    60,476 miles
    Test number
    501389173908
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components slightly corroded

  4. Pass58,264 miles (+3,864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    58,264 miles
    Test number
    332677827102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe is corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe is corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass54,400 miles (+1,122)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,400 miles
    Test number
    235179934225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,278 miles (+302)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,278 miles
    Test number
    917097912504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass52,976 miles (+3,885)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,976 miles
    Test number
    997887552213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,091 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,091 miles
    Test number
    939427381192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    48,402 miles
    Test number
    453987770152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail48,402 miles (+1,057)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,402 miles
    Test number
    261386670162
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass47,345 miles (+1,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,345 miles
    Test number
    600902149157
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass45,702 miles (+1,887)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,702 miles
    Test number
    122284948181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,815 miles (+2,576)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    43,815 miles
    Test number
    994411637156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    41,239 miles
    Test number
    614779906133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,239 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,239 miles
    Test number
    513238706117
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

Questions about V637 GCW

Does V637 GCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V637 GCW expired on 17 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V637 GCW?
The MOT on V637 GCW expired on 17 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V637 GCW done?
V637 GCW was recorded at 62,167 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2025, an average of 1,082 miles a year.
Has V637 GCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V637 GCW has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2010.
Has the mileage on V637 GCW 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 V637 GCW find?
V637 GCW passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded.

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