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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V63 DPLMOT history

V63 DPL is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 127,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2023.

V63 DPL silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2024
Mileage
127,861 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V63 DPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V63 DPL was last recorded at 127,861 miles on 13 Oct 2023, 3,202 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,659 miles · 17 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
3,202 miles
Average per year
5,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 127,861 miles
  • 2022 – 124,659 miles
  • 2021 – 115,613 miles
  • 2020 – 102,804 miles
  • 2019 – 93,099 miles
  • 2018 – 82,572 miles
  • 2017 – 72,506 miles
  • 2016 – 70,163 miles
  • 2015 – 68,811 miles
  • 2014 – 66,896 miles
  • 2013 – 65,759 miles
  • 2012 – 63,577 miles
  • 2011 – 61,998 miles
  • 2010 – 59,607 miles
  • 2009 – 54,389 miles
  • 2008 – 46,848 miles
  • 2007 – 41,950 miles
  • 2006 – 38,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,861 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front brake pads getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside front tyre perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,861 miles (+3,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    127,861 miles
    Test number
    846853491736
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass124,659 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,659 miles
    Test number
    424141151872
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail124,659 miles (+9,046)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,659 miles
    Test number
    353794836402
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working replaced lamp (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass115,613 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,613 miles
    Test number
    869145902307
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail115,613 miles (+12,809)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,613 miles
    Test number
    555002987209
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested brake pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,804 miles (+9,705)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,804 miles
    Test number
    295356587833
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass93,099 miles (+10,527)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,099 miles
    Test number
    376124233445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,572 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,572 miles
    Test number
    156872521582
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  9. Fail82,572 miles (+10,066)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,572 miles
    Test number
    973190263628
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  10. Pass72,506 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    72,506 miles
    Test number
    463008919682
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay detected in front anti-roll bar ('D' ) bushes soft

  11. Fail72,506 miles (+2,343)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,506 miles
    Test number
    466258294574
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay detected in front anti-roll bar ('D' ) bushes soft

  12. Pass70,163 miles (+1,352)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,163 miles
    Test number
    145254561775
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass68,811 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,811 miles
    Test number
    702409823117
    • AdvisoryLower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both (2.5.B.2b)

  14. Fail68,811 miles (+1,915)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,811 miles
    Test number
    386587049581
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryLower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both (2.5.B.2b)

  15. Pass66,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,896 miles
    Test number
    769017914378
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail66,896 miles (+1,137)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,896 miles
    Test number
    777057514328
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass65,759 miles (+24)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,759 miles
    Test number
    735355343372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall damaged

  18. Fail65,735 miles (+2,158)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,735 miles
    Test number
    755168933353
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass63,577 miles (+1,579)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    63,577 miles
    Test number
    548543432318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,998 miles (+2,391)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    61,998 miles
    Test number
    569006541394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass59,607 miles (+5,218)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    59,607 miles
    Test number
    983412350326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,389 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,389 miles
    Test number
    303163459389
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  23. Pass54,389 miles (+7,541)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    54,389 miles
    Test number
    694313759317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,848 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    46,848 miles
    Test number
    300340248370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  25. Fail46,848 miles (+4,898)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,848 miles
    Test number
    924170448397
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  26. Pass41,950 miles (+3,353)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    41,950 miles
    Test number
    804314447319
    • NoteSlight binding on offside front wheel

  27. Pass38,597 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    38,597 miles
    Test number
    993236076274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V63 DPL

Does V63 DPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V63 DPL expired on 12 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V63 DPL?
The MOT on V63 DPL expired on 12 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V63 DPL done?
V63 DPL was recorded at 127,861 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2023, an average of 5,243 miles a year.
Has V63 DPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V63 DPL has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on V63 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 V63 DPL find?
V63 DPL passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2023 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both.

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