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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

V706 FBYMOT history

V706 FBY is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 82,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2026.

V706 FBY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
82,469 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V706 FBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V706 FBY was last recorded at 82,469 miles on 24 Oct 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,455 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
2,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,469 miles
  • 2025 – 82,455 miles
  • 2020 – 82,252 miles
  • 2018 – 82,239 miles
  • 2013 – 78,309 miles
  • 2012 – 75,397 miles
  • 2011 – 64,094 miles
  • 2010 – 58,566 miles
  • 2009 – 54,746 miles
  • 2008 – 51,413 miles
  • 2006 – 41,148 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,469 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,469 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    82,469 miles
    Test number
    291639151067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,455 miles (+203)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,455 miles
    Test number
    216527282649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,252 miles
    Test number
    347822249074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,252 miles (+13)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,252 miles
    Test number
    736843905201
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

  5. Pass82,239 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    82,239 miles
    Test number
    713621428880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail82,213 miles (+3,904)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,213 miles
    Test number
    215004046914
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass78,309 miles (+2,912)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    78,309 miles
    Test number
    516411043153
    • NoteOil leak

  8. Pass75,397 miles (+11,303)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    75,397 miles
    Test number
    188671632174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  9. Pass64,094 miles (+5,528)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    64,094 miles
    Test number
    126200631199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,566 miles (+3,820)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    58,566 miles
    Test number
    600686330224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,746 miles (+3,333)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,746 miles
    Test number
    981352429180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,413 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    51,413 miles
    Test number
    232706898056
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail51,413 miles (+10,265)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,413 miles
    Test number
    540846998009
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass41,148 miles (+6,226)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    41,148 miles
    Test number
    413558036447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,922 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,922 miles
    Test number
    693402186067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about V706 FBY

Does V706 FBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V706 FBY is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V706 FBY?
The MOT on V706 FBY is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V706 FBY done?
V706 FBY was recorded at 82,469 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2026, an average of 2,309 miles a year.
Has V706 FBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V706 FBY has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on V706 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 V706 FBY find?
V706 FBY passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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