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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V69 GUPMOT history

V69 GUP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 94,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

V69 GUP silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
94,962 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V69 GUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V69 GUP was last recorded at 94,962 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Feb 2026: 94,962 miles, lower than 112,732 miles on 8 Aug 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
94,962 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,962 miles
  • 2024 – 112,732 miles
  • 2023 – 102,644 miles
  • 2022 – 102,038 miles
  • 2021 – 99,548 miles
  • 2020 – 91,356 miles
  • 2019 – 91,065 miles
  • 2018 – 89,958 miles
  • 2017 – 87,809 miles
  • 2016 – 86,719 miles
  • 2015 – 83,268 miles
  • 2014 – 81,258 miles
  • 2012 – 81,217 miles
  • 2011 – 81,120 miles
  • 2010 – 81,011 miles
  • 2009 – 80,895 miles
  • 2008 – 80,541 miles
  • 2007 – 79,662 miles
  • 2006 – 74,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,962 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass94,962 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    94,962 miles
    Test number
    808708093526
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail94,962 miles (-17,770)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,962 miles
    Test number
    183907198220
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass112,732 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    112,732 miles
    Test number
    768643772684
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Fail112,732 miles (+10,088)1 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,732 miles
    Test number
    689996868191
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  5. Pass102,644 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,644 miles
    Test number
    530578289986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail102,641 miles (+603)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,641 miles
    Test number
    456399820206
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both fronts (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass102,038 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    102,038 miles
    Test number
    784725926789
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail101,988 miles (+2,440)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,988 miles
    Test number
    901675682606
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass99,548 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    99,548 miles
    Test number
    979672080323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail99,546 miles (+8,190)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,546 miles
    Test number
    353135832661
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass91,356 miles (+291)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    91,356 miles
    Test number
    937631241293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    91,065 miles
    Test number
    384511475860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,065 miles (+1,107)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,065 miles
    Test number
    348000730511
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
  14. Pass89,958 miles (+2,149)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    89,958 miles
    Test number
    787482763082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    87,809 miles
    Test number
    308926054463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail87,809 miles (+1,090)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,809 miles
    Test number
    911869451228
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
  17. Pass86,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    86,719 miles
    Test number
    613152355418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,719 miles (+3,451)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,719 miles
    Test number
    629129862520
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass83,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    83,268 miles
    Test number
    518102045028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail83,268 miles (+2,010)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,268 miles
    Test number
    957323235029
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
  21. Pass81,258 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    81,258 miles
    Test number
    788434324090
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
  22. Pass81,217 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    81,217 miles
    Test number
    625171262284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,120 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    81,120 miles
    Test number
    589551851276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass81,011 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    81,011 miles
    Test number
    321209950216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass80,895 miles (+354)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    80,895 miles
    Test number
    683782469287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass80,541 miles (+879)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    80,541 miles
    Test number
    443949428245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail79,662 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,662 miles
    Test number
    272247327208
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  28. Pass79,662 miles (+5,324)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    79,662 miles
    Test number
    764147727290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass74,338 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    74,338 miles
    Test number
    913122826277
    • NoteSlight play in o/s of steering rack
  30. Fail74,336 miles (+274)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,336 miles
    Test number
    594849616211
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s of steering rack
  31. Fail74,062 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,062 miles
    Test number
    901691986146
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about V69 GUP

Does V69 GUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V69 GUP is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V69 GUP?
The MOT on V69 GUP is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V69 GUP done?
V69 GUP was recorded at 94,962 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 1,066 miles a year.
Has V69 GUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V69 GUP has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V69 GUP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Feb 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V69 GUP find?
V69 GUP passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox.

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