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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V683 EWVMOT history

V683 EWV is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2022.

V683 EWV 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 17 May 2023
Mileage
76,383 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V683 EWV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 May 2023
Latest MOT test
16 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V683 EWV was last recorded at 76,383 miles on 16 May 2022, 4,818 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,565 miles · 18 May 2021
Between the last two tests
4,818 miles
Average per year
3,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 76,383 miles
  • 2021 – 71,565 miles
  • 2019 – 68,608 miles
  • 2018 – 64,118 miles
  • 2017 – 59,216 miles
  • 2016 – 56,994 miles
  • 2015 – 52,356 miles
  • 2014 – 49,198 miles
  • 2013 – 46,835 miles
  • 2012 – 43,481 miles
  • 2011 – 39,786 miles
  • 2010 – 37,369 miles
  • 2009 – 34,509 miles
  • 2008 – 31,494 miles
  • 2007 – 29,073 miles
  • 2006 – 26,478 miles
  • 2005 – 24,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,383 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,383 miles (+4,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,383 miles
    Test number
    952465750999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass71,565 miles (+2,957)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    71,565 miles
    Test number
    431508186141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,608 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,608 miles
    Test number
    866714244385
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail68,608 miles (+4,490)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,608 miles
    Test number
    455403282896
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass64,118 miles (+4,902)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    64,118 miles
    Test number
    653051397539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,216 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    59,216 miles
    Test number
    443034689393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail59,216 miles (+2,222)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,216 miles
    Test number
    729406779056
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass56,994 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    56,994 miles
    Test number
    677508001192
    • AdvisoryEngin light on
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust braket slightly corroded

  9. Fail56,994 miles (+4,638)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,994 miles
    Test number
    196386691319
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryEngin light on
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust braket slightly corroded

  10. Pass52,356 miles (+3,158)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    52,356 miles
    Test number
    738459761806
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTwo child seats fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass49,198 miles (+2,363)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,198 miles
    Test number
    565541684200
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass46,835 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    46,835 miles
    Test number
    137432693279
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail46,835 miles (+3,354)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,835 miles
    Test number
    336042293415
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass43,481 miles (+3,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    43,481 miles
    Test number
    525688492230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass39,786 miles (+2,417)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,786 miles
    Test number
    386325681275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,369 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    37,369 miles
    Test number
    183528580280
    • NoteEngine management light on

  17. Fail37,369 miles (+2,860)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,369 miles
    Test number
    704458280222
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  18. Pass34,509 miles (+21)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    34,509 miles
    Test number
    563860809306
    • NoteEngine management light on.

  19. Fail34,488 miles (+2,994)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,488 miles
    Test number
    142127099214
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass31,494 miles (+2,421)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    31,494 miles
    Test number
    571704688279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  21. Pass29,073 miles (+2,595)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,073 miles
    Test number
    260155497234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,478 miles (+2,189)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    26,478 miles
    Test number
    133388896247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,289 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    24,289 miles
    Test number
    431197995211
    • NoteF/n/s tyre wearing inside edge
    • NoteF/o/s tyre worn inside edge
    • NoteR/o/s tyre on wear bars

Questions about V683 EWV

Does V683 EWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V683 EWV expired on 17 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V683 EWV?
The MOT on V683 EWV expired on 17 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V683 EWV done?
V683 EWV was recorded at 76,383 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2022, an average of 3,146 miles a year.
Has V683 EWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V683 EWV has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on V683 EWV 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 V683 EWV find?
V683 EWV passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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