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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

V692 FFGMOT history

V692 FFG is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 137,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2021.

V692 FFG grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2022
Mileage
137,800 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2021
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V692 FFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

V692 FFG was last recorded at 137,800 miles on 20 Dec 2021, 5,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,191 miles · 19 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,609 miles
Average per year
6,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 137,800 miles
  • 2020 – 127,607 miles
  • 2019 – 121,918 miles
  • 2018 – 117,163 miles
  • 2017 – 113,464 miles
  • 2016 – 103,038 miles
  • 2015 – 93,944 miles
  • 2014 – 86,204 miles
  • 2013 – 81,096 miles
  • 2012 – 73,072 miles
  • 2011 – 65,323 miles
  • 2010 – 58,007 miles
  • 2009 – 50,822 miles
  • 2008 – 43,477 miles
  • 2007 – 36,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,800 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront heat sheild is lose
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,800 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    137,800 miles
    Test number
    276826104949
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront heat sheild is lose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail137,799 miles (+5,608)1 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,799 miles
    Test number
    785820937281
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront heat sheild is lose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass132,191 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    132,191 miles
    Test number
    709190004291
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail132,191 miles (+4,584)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,191 miles
    Test number
    889541360738
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass127,607 miles (+5,689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    127,607 miles
    Test number
    820366425806
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal subframe mounts n/s/r rear most (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass121,918 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,918 miles
    Test number
    956604212786
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail121,916 miles (+4,753)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,916 miles
    Test number
    102330797093
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass117,163 miles (+3,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    117,163 miles
    Test number
    783536016805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is wearing low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass113,464 miles (+10,426)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    113,464 miles
    Test number
    742219832602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,038 miles (+9,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    103,038 miles
    Test number
    333627944030
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under shields fitted

  11. Pass93,944 miles (+7,740)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    93,944 miles
    Test number
    755639405015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass86,204 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    86,204 miles
    Test number
    318006914037
    • NoteEml light on

  13. Fail86,204 miles (+5,108)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,204 miles
    Test number
    638044114070
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteEml light on

  14. Pass81,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    81,096 miles
    Test number
    115244323063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail81,096 miles (+8,024)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,096 miles
    Test number
    716924023000
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  16. Pass73,072 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,072 miles
    Test number
    945896842070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail73,072 miles (+7,749)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,072 miles
    Test number
    889854042079
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass65,323 miles (+7,316)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,323 miles
    Test number
    237130841034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front upper anti roll bar rubber gaitor split.
    • NoteOffside front upper anti roll bar rubber gaitor split.

  19. Pass58,007 miles (+7,185)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,007 miles
    Test number
    782661340083
    • DangerousNearside front tyre tread outer edges low.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread edges low.

  20. Pass50,822 miles (+7,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    50,822 miles
    Test number
    172010059023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass43,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,477 miles
    Test number
    412486968013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,477 miles (+6,902)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,477 miles
    Test number
    224445168002
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass36,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,575 miles
    Test number
    873941357083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail36,575 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,575 miles
    Test number
    133611857401
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V692 FFG

Does V692 FFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V692 FFG expired on 19 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V692 FFG?
The MOT on V692 FFG expired on 19 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V692 FFG done?
V692 FFG was recorded at 137,800 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2021, an average of 6,825 miles a year.
Has V692 FFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V692 FFG has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on V692 FFG 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 V692 FFG find?
V692 FFG passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2021 with 14 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front heat sheild is lose; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes, and 11 more.

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