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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

V718 DLUMOT history

V718 DLU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2023.

V718 DLU silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2024
Mileage
98,269 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,051 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V718 DLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
2 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V718 DLU was last recorded at 98,269 miles on 19 Apr 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,266 miles · 18 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,051 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 98,269 miles
  • 2021 – 94,389 miles
  • 2020 – 93,640 miles
  • 2018 – 93,565 miles
  • 2017 – 91,628 miles
  • 2016 – 88,453 miles
  • 2015 – 83,518 miles
  • 2014 – 81,266 miles
  • 2013 – 79,590 miles
  • 2012 – 75,356 miles
  • 2011 – 73,162 miles
  • 2010 – 65,374 miles
  • 2009 – 61,295 miles
  • 2008 – 57,295 miles
  • 2007 – 53,671 miles
  • 2006 – 46,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,269 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,269 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    98,269 miles
    Test number
    150186287406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail98,266 miles (+3,877)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,266 miles
    Test number
    894407349794
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass94,389 miles (+749)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    94,389 miles
    Test number
    996267226584
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all suspension springs

  4. Pass93,640 miles (+75)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    93,640 miles
    Test number
    162594856839
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to N/S/R wheel arch
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear suspension springs

  5. Pass93,565 miles (+1,937)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,565 miles
    Test number
    989355626199
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted and offside rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner rack joints
    • AdvisorySuspension components corrded
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  6. Pass91,628 miles (+3,175)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    91,628 miles
    Test number
    679037654715
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim and offside rear (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNoise from rear diff
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner rack joints
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  7. Pass88,453 miles (+4,935)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,453 miles
    Test number
    198718616201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in both inner rack joints
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim All (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  8. Pass83,518 miles7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    83,518 miles
    Test number
    299675755120
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteDamage to both N/S and O/S/R tyre sidewall
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Fail83,515 miles (+2,249)1 failure7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,515 miles
    Test number
    856675655120
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteDamage to both N/S and O/S/R tyre sidewall
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass81,266 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,266 miles
    Test number
    665727944103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise rear tracking check
    • NoteFoot service brake has long travel. advise further investigation

  11. Fail81,266 miles (+1,676)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,266 miles
    Test number
    106507444151
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvise rear tracking check
    • NoteFoot service brake has long travel. advise further investigation

  12. Pass79,590 miles (+12)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    79,590 miles
    Test number
    397449903178
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront exhaust mount missing
    • NoteNearside outer door handle poor
    • NoteRear exhaust box mount broken

  13. Fail79,578 miles (+4,222)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,578 miles
    Test number
    907760003110
    • FailureOffside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront exhaust mount missing
    • NoteNearside outer door handle poor
    • NoteRear exhaust box mount broken

  14. Pass75,356 miles (+2,194)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    75,356 miles
    Test number
    257640212164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight damaged N/S/F TYRE WALL

  15. Pass73,162 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    73,162 miles
    Test number
    177644701171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Fail73,128 miles (+7,754)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,128 miles
    Test number
    248051701178
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass65,374 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,374 miles
    Test number
    211763400187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,373 miles (+4,078)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,373 miles
    Test number
    280257390060
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass61,295 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,295 miles
    Test number
    434800199026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,295 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,295 miles
    Test number
    472131798031
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail57,295 miles (+3,624)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,295 miles
    Test number
    691601998030
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass53,671 miles (+7,459)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    53,671 miles
    Test number
    712259777070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,212 miles
    Test number
    551548686011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,212 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,212 miles
    Test number
    583776986056
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about V718 DLU

Does V718 DLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V718 DLU expired on 18 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V718 DLU?
The MOT on V718 DLU expired on 18 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V718 DLU done?
V718 DLU was recorded at 98,269 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2023, an average of 3,051 miles a year.
Has V718 DLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V718 DLU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on V718 DLU 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 V718 DLU find?
V718 DLU passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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