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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V692 SOBMOT history

V692 SOB is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 142,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2024.

V692 SOB black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2025
Mileage
142,791 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2024
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V692 SOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V692 SOB was last recorded at 142,791 miles on 16 Mar 2024, 4,933 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,858 miles · 23 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
4,933 miles
Average per year
5,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,791 miles
  • 2023 – 137,858 miles
  • 2022 – 127,757 miles
  • 2021 – 119,934 miles
  • 2020 – 109,921 miles
  • 2019 – 99,277 miles
  • 2018 – 94,773 miles
  • 2017 – 87,696 miles
  • 2015 – 79,762 miles
  • 2014 – 72,542 miles
  • 2012 – 70,992 miles
  • 2011 – 67,775 miles
  • 2009 – 61,787 miles
  • 2008 – 55,341 miles
  • 2007 – 52,940 miles
  • 2006 – 47,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,791 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,791 miles (+4,933)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    142,791 miles
    Test number
    490991909497
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass137,858 miles (+25)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    137,858 miles
    Test number
    862948821420
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail137,833 miles (+10,076)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,833 miles
    Test number
    142132196964
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass127,757 miles (+7,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    127,757 miles
    Test number
    830250606941
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,934 miles (+10,013)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    119,934 miles
    Test number
    161820403757
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass109,921 miles (+10,644)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    109,921 miles
    Test number
    591630368267
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass99,277 miles (+4,504)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,277 miles
    Test number
    593152743832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass94,773 miles (+7,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,773 miles
    Test number
    661045166689
    • AdvisoryEML is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Pass87,696 miles (+7,934)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    87,696 miles
    Test number
    378175153992
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass79,762 miles (+7,220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    79,762 miles
    Test number
    635582434112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass72,542 miles (+1,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,542 miles
    Test number
    808487754344
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass70,992 miles (+3,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,992 miles
    Test number
    475157382246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  13. Pass67,775 miles (+5,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    67,775 miles
    Test number
    119532971262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass61,787 miles (+6,446)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    61,787 miles
    Test number
    190545349396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass55,341 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    55,341 miles
    Test number
    584928838317
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail55,336 miles (+2,396)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,336 miles
    Test number
    631656438398
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass52,940 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    52,940 miles
    Test number
    661024837391
    • NoteAdvise slight scratches to windscreen but not obstructing drivers view

  18. Fail52,932 miles (+5,460)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,932 miles
    Test number
    903524737378
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • NoteAdvise slight scratches to windscreen but not obstructing drivers view

  19. Pass47,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    47,472 miles
    Test number
    553164656254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V692 SOB

Does V692 SOB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V692 SOB expired on 15 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V692 SOB?
The MOT on V692 SOB expired on 15 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V692 SOB done?
V692 SOB was recorded at 142,791 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2024, an average of 5,443 miles a year.
Has V692 SOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V692 SOB has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on V692 SOB 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 SOB find?
V692 SOB passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2024 with 3 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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