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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2014 · 2,993 cc

V6 VDMMOT history

V6 VDM is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 May 2014. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 86,492 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

V6 VDM blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
86,492 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 VDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
15 May 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 VDM was last recorded at 86,492 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 5,883 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
80,609 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,883 miles
Average per year
6,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,492 miles
  • 2025 – 80,609 miles
  • 2024 – 74,406 miles
  • 2023 – 69,359 miles
  • 2022 – 66,196 miles
  • 2020 – 59,295 miles
  • 2019 – 56,415 miles
  • 2018 – 44,210 miles
  • 2017 – 32,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,492 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 9 May 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,492 miles (+5,883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    86,492 miles
    Test number
    166823566818
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass80,609 miles (+6,203)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    80,609 miles
    Test number
    572076765027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,406 miles (+5,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    74,406 miles
    Test number
    858191561112
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass69,359 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    69,359 miles
    Test number
    502901425318
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail69,353 miles (+3,157)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,353 miles
    Test number
    564272226800
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass66,196 miles (+6,901)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,196 miles
    Test number
    222897464750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    59,295 miles
    Test number
    536313138403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail59,295 miles (+2,880)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,295 miles
    Test number
    625427040770
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass56,415 miles (+12,205)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,415 miles
    Test number
    961672058088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,210 miles (+12,195)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    44,210 miles
    Test number
    304375987974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    32,015 miles
    Test number
    399815131484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 VDM

Does V6 VDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 VDM is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 VDM?
The MOT on V6 VDM is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 VDM done?
V6 VDM was recorded at 86,492 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 6,081 miles a year.
Has V6 VDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 VDM has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on V6 VDM 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 VDM find?
V6 VDM passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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