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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

V678 FHLMOT history

V678 FHL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,709 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2022.

V678 FHL blue 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 29 Sept 2023
Mileage
90,709 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V678 FHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V678 FHL was last recorded at 90,709 miles on 27 Sept 2022, 2,820 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,889 miles · 15 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
2,820 miles
Average per year
3,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 90,709 miles
  • 2021 – 87,889 miles
  • 2020 – 84,351 miles
  • 2019 – 77,097 miles
  • 2018 – 76,985 miles
  • 2017 – 70,643 miles
  • 2016 – 64,973 miles
  • 2015 – 61,426 miles
  • 2014 – 59,344 miles
  • 2013 – 57,855 miles
  • 2012 – 55,844 miles
  • 2011 – 53,485 miles
  • 2010 – 50,631 miles
  • 2009 – 47,466 miles
  • 2008 – 44,674 miles
  • 2007 – 41,752 miles
  • 2006 – 38,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,709 miles
  • AdvisoryAll undertrays and side covers fitted
  • AdvisoryNS&OS Rear outer wheel arch slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All* (5.3.3 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,709 miles (+2,820)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,709 miles
    Test number
    198435420361
    • AdvisoryAll undertrays and side covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNS&OS Rear outer wheel arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All* (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass87,889 miles (+3,538)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    87,889 miles
    Test number
    431423648454
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer both wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryAll under trays fitted and side sill covers
    • AdvisoryNear front side passage seat missing and all rear seats missing only fitted seat driving side front

  3. Pass84,351 miles (+7,254)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,351 miles
    Test number
    609952063750
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody wear

  4. Pass77,097 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,097 miles
    Test number
    770571582293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail77,089 miles (+104)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,089 miles
    Test number
    955313234506
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive around oil sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass76,985 miles (+6,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    76,985 miles
    Test number
    902772345245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass70,643 miles (+5,670)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,643 miles
    Test number
    446180473773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,973 miles (+3,547)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    64,973 miles
    Test number
    916103553779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering rack has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sidewall of tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sidewall of tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner steering rack has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sidewall of tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sidewall of tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass61,426 miles (+17)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,426 miles
    Test number
    807421805290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront axle Tyres deteriorated
    • NoteRear axle Tyres deteriorated

  10. Fail61,409 miles (+2,065)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,409 miles
    Test number
    948268895153
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking on outer sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking on outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall

  11. Pass59,344 miles (+1,489)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,344 miles
    Test number
    308259404261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,855 miles (+2,011)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    57,855 miles
    Test number
    208280903242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,844 miles (+2,359)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,844 miles
    Test number
    485131202262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,485 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    53,485 miles
    Test number
    855243101249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail53,483 miles (+2,852)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,483 miles
    Test number
    959692301217
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine lamp on dash

  16. Pass50,631 miles (+3,165)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,631 miles
    Test number
    292483100270
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  17. Pass47,466 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    47,466 miles
    Test number
    340535609456
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail47,466 miles (+2,792)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,466 miles
    Test number
    864265809259
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass44,674 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,674 miles
    Test number
    164015108280
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail44,648 miles (+2,896)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,648 miles
    Test number
    503344108259
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass41,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    41,752 miles
    Test number
    880767807214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail41,752 miles (+3,535)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,752 miles
    Test number
    374547007476
    • FailureNearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass38,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,217 miles
    Test number
    432012316240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V678 FHL

Does V678 FHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V678 FHL expired on 29 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V678 FHL?
The MOT on V678 FHL expired on 29 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V678 FHL done?
V678 FHL was recorded at 90,709 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2022, an average of 3,249 miles a year.
Has V678 FHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V678 FHL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on V678 FHL 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 V678 FHL find?
V678 FHL passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2022 with 5 advisories: all undertrays and side covers fitted; ns&os rear outer wheel arch slightly corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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