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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 2,497 cc

V66 SPHMOT history

V66 SPH is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 112,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

V66 SPH grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2026
Mileage
112,310 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V66 SPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V66 SPH was last recorded at 112,310 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 1,930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,380 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,930 miles
Average per year
5,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,310 miles
  • 2025 – 110,380 miles
  • 2024 – 107,803 miles
  • 2023 – 102,895 miles
  • 2022 – 96,218 miles
  • 2021 – 87,806 miles
  • 2020 – 82,587 miles
  • 2018 – 67,512 miles
  • 2017 – 56,375 miles
  • 2016 – 54,411 miles
  • 2015 – 51,966 miles
  • 2014 – 46,843 miles
  • 2013 – 41,480 miles
  • 2012 – 37,051 miles
  • 2011 – 31,584 miles
  • 2010 – 28,100 miles
  • 2009 – 19,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail112,310 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryChip in windscreenRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

What MOT failures 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail112,310 miles (+1,930)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,310 miles
    Test number
    376330677303
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  2. Pass110,380 miles (+2,577)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    110,380 miles
    Test number
    650089700867
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass107,803 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    107,803 miles
    Test number
    586622975736
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail107,798 miles (+4,903)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,798 miles
    Test number
    838032774497
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,895 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,895 miles
    Test number
    561937920640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  6. Fail102,893 miles (+6,675)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,893 miles
    Test number
    342636377513
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault brake warning light in red on dash (1.7 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  7. Pass96,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    96,218 miles
    Test number
    679494051302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,218 miles (+111)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,218 miles
    Test number
    505470869103
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre bulge to outer sidewall......... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both rear tyres bulging and split on inner sidewalls....... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre cut to cords in treads......... (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect Offside front shock no damping........... (5.3.2 (d))

  9. Pass96,107 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    96,107 miles
    Test number
    100370918256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,373 miles (+6,567)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,373 miles
    Test number
    234575639358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass87,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,806 miles
    Test number
    464242478038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,806 miles (+5,219)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,806 miles
    Test number
    356256640092
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass82,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,587 miles
    Test number
    222477632665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,587 miles (+15,075)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,587 miles
    Test number
    509242633327
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass67,512 miles (+11,137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    67,512 miles
    Test number
    442767915616
    • 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))

  16. Pass56,375 miles (+1,964)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    56,375 miles
    Test number
    475882619208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,411 miles (+2,445)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    54,411 miles
    Test number
    309026030597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,966 miles (+5,123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,966 miles
    Test number
    589351195130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass46,843 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,843 miles
    Test number
    295246394453
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail46,843 miles (+5,363)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,843 miles
    Test number
    448486794174
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass41,480 miles (+4,429)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,480 miles
    Test number
    109866663193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,051 miles (+5,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,051 miles
    Test number
    236884172430
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass31,584 miles (+3,484)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,584 miles
    Test number
    768603671101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,100 miles (+8,265)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    28,100 miles
    Test number
    991406610356
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  25. Pass19,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    19,835 miles
    Test number
    860193729364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V66 SPH

Does V66 SPH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V66 SPH expired on 14 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V66 SPH?
The MOT on V66 SPH expired on 14 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V66 SPH done?
V66 SPH was recorded at 112,310 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 5,528 miles a year.
Has V66 SPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V66 SPH has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V66 SPH 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 V66 SPH find?
V66 SPH failed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 4 major defects and 9 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake fluid contaminated; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 10 more.

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