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BMW M3

White · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc

V6 AULMOT history

V6 AUL is a white petrol BMW M3 first used on 6 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2025 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2024.

V6 AUL white 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 4 Aug 2025
Mileage
116,262 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2024
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,909 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 AUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
6 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 AUL was last recorded at 116,262 miles on 5 Aug 2024, 196 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,066 miles · 16 Jul 2020
Between the last two tests
196 miles
Average per year
3,909 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,262 miles
  • 2020 – 116,066 miles
  • 2019 – 113,102 miles
  • 2018 – 112,018 miles
  • 2017 – 110,460 miles
  • 2016 – 100,684 miles
  • 2015 – 96,877 miles
  • 2014 – 95,107 miles
  • 2013 – 93,636 miles
  • 2011 – 90,285 miles
  • 2010 – 75,456 miles
  • 2009 – 66,193 miles
  • 2008 – 59,478 miles
  • 2007 – 50,619 miles
  • 2006 – 43,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,262 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,262 miles (+196)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    116,262 miles
    Test number
    586775024923
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass116,066 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    116,066 miles
    Test number
    236887719467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail116,066 miles (+2,964)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,066 miles
    Test number
    466528961942
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dip beam (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass113,102 miles (+1,084)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    113,102 miles
    Test number
    828595227066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,018 miles (+1,558)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    112,018 miles
    Test number
    599579522207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,460 miles (+9,776)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    110,460 miles
    Test number
    259134639251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    100,684 miles
    Test number
    441398139323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,684 miles (+3,807)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,684 miles
    Test number
    834495285611
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  9. Pass96,877 miles (+1,770)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    96,877 miles
    Test number
    299981475099
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass95,107 miles (+1,471)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    95,107 miles
    Test number
    345718064000
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront reg plate holder is loose.

  11. Pass93,636 miles (+3,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    93,636 miles
    Test number
    589807853021
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass90,285 miles (+5,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    90,285 miles
    Test number
    416416951469
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass85,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    85,051 miles
    Test number
    759272811013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail85,051 miles (+9,595)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,051 miles
    Test number
    766701211072
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront headlight adjuster on lower suspension arm broken

  15. Pass75,456 miles (+9,263)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    75,456 miles
    Test number
    922012810089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,193 miles (+6,715)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    66,193 miles
    Test number
    582298509020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,478 miles (+8,859)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    59,478 miles
    Test number
    241608208038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,619 miles (+6,883)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    50,619 miles
    Test number
    651108517037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    43,736 miles
    Test number
    604856716043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 AUL

Does V6 AUL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V6 AUL expired on 4 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V6 AUL?
The MOT on V6 AUL expired on 4 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V6 AUL done?
V6 AUL was recorded at 116,262 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2024, an average of 3,909 miles a year.
Has V6 AUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 AUL has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on V6 AUL 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 V6 AUL find?
V6 AUL passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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