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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V730 HAUMOT history

V730 HAU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 109,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

V730 HAU silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
109,612 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V730 HAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V730 HAU was last recorded at 109,612 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 1,494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,118 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,494 miles
Average per year
3,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,612 miles
  • 2025 – 108,118 miles
  • 2024 – 105,730 miles
  • 2023 – 104,584 miles
  • 2019 – 103,297 miles
  • 2018 – 100,977 miles
  • 2017 – 97,978 miles
  • 2016 – 95,094 miles
  • 2015 – 92,558 miles
  • 2014 – 89,117 miles
  • 2013 – 84,189 miles
  • 2012 – 80,096 miles
  • 2011 – 74,236 miles
  • 2010 – 68,995 miles
  • 2009 – 62,476 miles
  • 2008 – 56,889 miles
  • 2007 – 52,213 miles
  • 2006 – 45,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,612 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    641236990066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail109,612 miles (+1,494)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    541233369051
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass108,118 miles (+2,388)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,118 miles
    Test number
    778194310208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,730 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    105,730 miles
    Test number
    818902274979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail105,579 miles (+995)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,579 miles
    Test number
    364451721065
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (Jacking Point) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass104,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    104,584 miles
    Test number
    332914134132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail104,584 miles (+1,287)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,584 miles
    Test number
    158140582897
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to flexihose(marked) (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexihose(marked) (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass103,297 miles (+2,320)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    103,297 miles
    Test number
    150707270078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteel brake pipes corroded

  9. Pass100,977 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,977 miles
    Test number
    988407375467
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail100,977 miles (+2,999)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,977 miles
    Test number
    525175438082
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass97,978 miles (+2,884)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    97,978 miles
    Test number
    508689379294
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bushes worn

  12. Pass95,094 miles (+2,536)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    95,094 miles
    Test number
    345808317816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,558 miles (+3,441)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    92,558 miles
    Test number
    418665706702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,117 miles (+4,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    89,117 miles
    Test number
    117766564269
    • 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)

  15. Pass84,189 miles (+4,093)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    84,189 miles
    Test number
    388370773480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,096 miles (+5,860)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    80,096 miles
    Test number
    717598362259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,236 miles (+5,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,236 miles
    Test number
    285252351234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass68,995 miles (+6,519)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    68,995 miles
    Test number
    323360170272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    62,476 miles
    Test number
    522168569215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,476 miles (+5,587)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,476 miles
    Test number
    934397969247
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass56,889 miles (+4,676)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    56,889 miles
    Test number
    281600278208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorosion to metal brake pipes

  22. Pass52,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    52,213 miles
    Test number
    442909467230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,213 miles (+6,239)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,213 miles
    Test number
    630379967233
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass45,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    45,974 miles
    Test number
    142278366245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V730 HAU

Does V730 HAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V730 HAU is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V730 HAU?
The MOT on V730 HAU is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V730 HAU done?
V730 HAU was recorded at 109,612 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 3,255 miles a year.
Has V730 HAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V730 HAU has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V730 HAU 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 V730 HAU find?
V730 HAU passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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