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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V690 GVUMOT history

V690 GVU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 133,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2024.

V690 GVU blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2025
Mileage
133,880 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V690 GVU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V690 GVU was last recorded at 133,880 miles on 19 Dec 2024, 4,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,265 miles · 21 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
4,615 miles
Average per year
4,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 133,880 miles
  • 2023 – 129,265 miles
  • 2022 – 126,068 miles
  • 2021 – 124,044 miles
  • 2019 – 123,631 miles
  • 2018 – 117,825 miles
  • 2017 – 104,091 miles
  • 2016 – 100,098 miles
  • 2015 – 95,678 miles
  • 2014 – 88,939 miles
  • 2013 – 81,769 miles
  • 2012 – 77,900 miles
  • 2011 – 72,331 miles
  • 2010 – 64,942 miles
  • 2009 – 56,427 miles
  • 2008 – 54,566 miles
  • 2007 – 48,858 miles
  • 2006 – 43,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,880 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside park brake poor
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,880 miles (+4,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    133,880 miles
    Test number
    939911037600
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake poor
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass129,265 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    129,265 miles
    Test number
    773789490619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail129,243 miles (+3,175)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,243 miles
    Test number
    189956603731
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced both rear inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass126,068 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    126,068 miles
    Test number
    718342323708
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass126,014 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    126,014 miles
    Test number
    368935482057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail126,013 miles (+1,969)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,013 miles
    Test number
    437087403796
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass124,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    124,044 miles
    Test number
    493419654155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail124,044 miles (+413)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,044 miles
    Test number
    894104799515
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass123,631 miles (+5,806)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,631 miles
    Test number
    486569977296
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass117,825 miles (+13,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    117,825 miles
    Test number
    412957770808
    • AdvisoryUnder tay fiited

  11. Pass104,091 miles (+3,993)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,091 miles
    Test number
    431364685048
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Nearside + offside wings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass100,098 miles (+4,420)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    100,098 miles
    Test number
    515309080263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass95,678 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    95,678 miles
    Test number
    527095325196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,674 miles (+6,735)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,674 miles
    Test number
    329512325147
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  15. Pass88,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    88,939 miles
    Test number
    505672734162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail88,939 miles (+7,170)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,939 miles
    Test number
    567522724154
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass81,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    81,769 miles
    Test number
    358875113180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail81,769 miles (+3,869)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,769 miles
    Test number
    459955713110
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  19. Pass77,900 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    77,900 miles
    Test number
    408374922139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail77,896 miles (+5,565)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,896 miles
    Test number
    617732122133
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass72,331 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    72,331 miles
    Test number
    487564501167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,223 miles (+7,281)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,223 miles
    Test number
    258408591077
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass64,942 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    64,942 miles
    Test number
    602624620101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,938 miles (+8,511)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,938 miles
    Test number
    260592110187
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass56,427 miles (+1,861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    56,427 miles
    Test number
    812098529158
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass54,566 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,566 miles
    Test number
    751975618256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail54,545 miles (+5,687)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,545 miles
    Test number
    490657408238
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)
    • NoteMetal Brake pipes show sign of surface corrosion, slight play in steering and suspension joints

  28. Pass48,858 miles (+5,839)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,858 miles
    Test number
    313436907482
    • NoteAirbag light stays on on the dashboard

  29. Pass43,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,019 miles
    Test number
    911523826216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail43,019 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,019 miles
    Test number
    734322726293
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about V690 GVU

Does V690 GVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V690 GVU expired on 20 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V690 GVU?
The MOT on V690 GVU expired on 20 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V690 GVU done?
V690 GVU was recorded at 133,880 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2024, an average of 4,949 miles a year.
Has V690 GVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V690 GVU has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on V690 GVU 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 V690 GVU find?
V690 GVU passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2024 with 2 advisories: offside park brake poor; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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