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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

V702 FBYMOT history

V702 FBY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 147,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2024.

V702 FBY blue 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 12 Jan 2025
Mileage
147,544 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V702 FBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V702 FBY was last recorded at 147,544 miles on 13 Jan 2024, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,525 miles · 13 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
3,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 147,544 miles
  • 2023 – 147,525 miles
  • 2022 – 146,180 miles
  • 2021 – 145,960 miles
  • 2020 – 144,933 miles
  • 2019 – 144,840 miles
  • 2018 – 144,000 miles
  • 2017 – 143,592 miles
  • 2016 – 143,487 miles
  • 2015 – 143,024 miles
  • 2014 – 139,524 miles
  • 2013 – 135,573 miles
  • 2012 – 132,568 miles
  • 2011 – 128,322 miles
  • 2010 – 124,796 miles
  • 2009 – 121,263 miles
  • 2008 – 117,263 miles
  • 2007 – 105,265 miles
  • 2006 – 93,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,544 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major3 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass147,544 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    147,544 miles
    Test number
    556535164956
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail147,544 miles (+19)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,544 miles
    Test number
    421659487758
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail147,525 miles12 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,525 miles
    Test number
    173566549657
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    639201930962
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail147,402 miles (+1,222)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,402 miles
    Test number
    886131644911
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass146,180 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    146,180 miles
    Test number
    358633831778
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail146,180 miles (+220)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,180 miles
    Test number
    494875123713
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass145,960 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    145,960 miles
    Test number
    929862581529
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower rear wishbone bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail145,960 miles (+1,027)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,960 miles
    Test number
    375415160963
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower rear wishbone bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass144,933 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    144,933 miles
    Test number
    281018507307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass144,840 miles (+840)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    144,840 miles
    Test number
    481206071423
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass144,000 miles (+408)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    144,000 miles
    Test number
    465570129825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass143,592 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    143,592 miles
    Test number
    630448317729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass143,487 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    143,487 miles
    Test number
    333300989910
    • AdvisoryGEAR NOB INSECURED

  15. Fail143,474 miles (+450)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,474 miles
    Test number
    351732082201
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low both side (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryGear nob insecure

  16. Pass143,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    143,024 miles
    Test number
    567505615217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail143,024 miles (+3,500)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,024 miles
    Test number
    319583215450
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass139,524 miles (+3,951)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    139,524 miles
    Test number
    337585394087
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass135,573 miles (+3,005)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    135,573 miles
    Test number
    776420103110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass132,568 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    132,568 miles
    Test number
    168602402159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail132,568 miles (+4,246)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,568 miles
    Test number
    889421302146
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass128,322 miles (+3,526)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    128,322 miles
    Test number
    516609791073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass124,796 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    124,796 miles
    Test number
    882836130083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail124,794 miles (+3,531)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,794 miles
    Test number
    263385720039
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass121,263 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    121,263 miles
    Test number
    884559189032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail121,261 miles (+3,998)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,261 miles
    Test number
    681747489080
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass117,263 miles (+11,998)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    117,263 miles
    Test number
    474346498005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass105,265 miles (+11,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    105,265 miles
    Test number
    144529167490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass93,525 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    93,525 miles
    Test number
    300800476073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise front n/side tyre has tear flap in outer side wall.

Questions about V702 FBY

Does V702 FBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V702 FBY expired on 12 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V702 FBY?
The MOT on V702 FBY expired on 12 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V702 FBY done?
V702 FBY was recorded at 147,544 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2024, an average of 3,028 miles a year.
Has V702 FBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V702 FBY has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on V702 FBY 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 V702 FBY find?
V702 FBY passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2024 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides, and 2 more.

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