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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V669 FSLMOT history

V669 FSL is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 72,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

V669 FSL red 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 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,426 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V669 FSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V669 FSL was last recorded at 72,426 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 782 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,644 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
782 miles
Average per year
1,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,426 miles
  • 2025 – 71,644 miles
  • 2024 – 71,427 miles
  • 2023 – 70,999 miles
  • 2022 – 70,633 miles
  • 2021 – 70,351 miles
  • 2020 – 70,064 miles
  • 2019 – 69,640 miles
  • 2018 – 69,440 miles
  • 2017 – 68,965 miles
  • 2016 – 68,502 miles
  • 2015 – 67,735 miles
  • 2014 – 66,893 miles
  • 2013 – 65,894 miles
  • 2012 – 63,861 miles
  • 2011 – 61,682 miles
  • 2010 – 58,729 miles
  • 2009 – 56,635 miles
  • 2008 – 54,630 miles
  • 2007 – 51,633 miles
  • 2006 – 47,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,426 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosionRecorded at 2 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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,426 miles (+782)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,426 miles
    Test number
    299145699381
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Pass71,644 miles (+217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,644 miles
    Test number
    269765641332
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  3. Pass71,427 miles (+428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,427 miles
    Test number
    257774707673
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion

  4. Pass70,999 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    70,999 miles
    Test number
    864495655525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,633 miles (+282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    70,633 miles
    Test number
    750214814374
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass70,351 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    70,351 miles
    Test number
    483403429809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,064 miles (+424)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,064 miles
    Test number
    456949671564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,640 miles (+200)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,640 miles
    Test number
    104825516446
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass69,440 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,440 miles
    Test number
    906697951095
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  10. Fail69,438 miles (+473)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,438 miles
    Test number
    812879053258
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wing (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  11. Pass68,965 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,965 miles
    Test number
    199405277251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,502 miles
    Test number
    298645400673
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail68,502 miles (+767)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,502 miles
    Test number
    740168015462
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass67,735 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    67,735 miles
    Test number
    628387615053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    66,893 miles
    Test number
    967750324058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,893 miles (+999)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,893 miles
    Test number
    409718014075
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  17. Pass65,894 miles (+2,033)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,894 miles
    Test number
    987251423001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass63,861 miles (+2,179)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,861 miles
    Test number
    158747902061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    61,682 miles
    Test number
    499567111089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,682 miles (+2,953)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,682 miles
    Test number
    859545611053
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  21. Pass58,729 miles (+2,094)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    58,729 miles
    Test number
    184399500094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,635 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    56,635 miles
    Test number
    654660729063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail56,630 miles (+2,000)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,630 miles
    Test number
    833377119019
    • DangerousNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass54,630 miles (+2,997)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,630 miles
    Test number
    711409718068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,633 miles (+3,767)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    51,633 miles
    Test number
    802320627039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    47,866 miles
    Test number
    512144626023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V669 FSL

Does V669 FSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V669 FSL is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V669 FSL?
The MOT on V669 FSL is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V669 FSL done?
V669 FSL was recorded at 72,426 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 1,231 miles a year.
Has V669 FSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V669 FSL has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2018.
Has the mileage on V669 FSL 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 V669 FSL find?
V669 FSL passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear; coil spring corroded both rear; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front, and 1 more.

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