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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V689 GMOMOT history

V689 GMO is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jun 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 101,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2022.

V689 GMO purple 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 3 Jun 2023
Mileage
101,369 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V689 GMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V689 GMO was last recorded at 101,369 miles on 4 Jun 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,368 miles · 24 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,369 miles
  • 2021 – 99,994 miles
  • 2020 – 98,194 miles
  • 2018 – 97,584 miles
  • 2017 – 94,605 miles
  • 2015 – 91,242 miles
  • 2013 – 86,980 miles
  • 2012 – 81,226 miles
  • 2011 – 76,177 miles
  • 2010 – 66,100 miles
  • 2009 – 57,044 miles
  • 2008 – 49,523 miles
  • 2007 – 35,170 miles
  • 2005 – 30,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,369 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 Brake Discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Outer Sill Covers Fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,369 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    101,369 miles
    Test number
    632218643245
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail101,368 miles (+1,374)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,368 miles
    Test number
    239433032418
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass99,994 miles (+1,800)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    99,994 miles
    Test number
    201464050004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,194 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    98,194 miles
    Test number
    436072451635
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 Brake Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff Rough When Rear Wheels Rotated

  5. Fail98,189 miles (+605)1 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,189 miles
    Test number
    341505396552
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Front Wiper Blades (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 Brake Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff Rough When Rear Wheels Rotated

  6. Fail97,584 miles (+2,979)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,584 miles
    Test number
    773415835618
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint inner (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  7. Pass94,605 miles (+3,363)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    94,605 miles
    Test number
    914740337963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,242 miles (+2,545)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    91,242 miles
    Test number
    722096665889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,697 miles (+1,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,697 miles
    Test number
    816928905068
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass86,980 miles (+245)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,980 miles
    Test number
    576993443134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail86,735 miles (+5,509)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,735 miles
    Test number
    878541123177
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  12. Pass81,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,226 miles
    Test number
    768445322164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,226 miles (+5,049)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,226 miles
    Test number
    407082722118
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass76,177 miles (+10,077)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    76,177 miles
    Test number
    215540451087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass66,100 miles (+9,056)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    66,100 miles
    Test number
    832849220059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteLong travel at parking brake lever

  16. Pass57,044 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    57,044 miles
    Test number
    943828829025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,979 miles (+7,456)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,979 miles
    Test number
    553403829005
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass49,523 miles (+14,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    49,523 miles
    Test number
    202740038091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass35,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    35,170 miles
    Test number
    602928507029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail35,170 miles (+5,119)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,170 miles
    Test number
    443836907075
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s rack end †

  21. Pass30,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    30,051 miles
    Test number
    470424155444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,051 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,051 miles
    Test number
    740454155364
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about V689 GMO

Does V689 GMO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V689 GMO expired on 3 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V689 GMO?
The MOT on V689 GMO expired on 3 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V689 GMO done?
V689 GMO was recorded at 101,369 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2022, an average of 4,334 miles a year.
Has V689 GMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V689 GMO has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2022.
Has the mileage on V689 GMO 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 V689 GMO find?
V689 GMO passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2022 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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