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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

V7 SAAMOT history

V7 SAA is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 133,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

V7 SAA white 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 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
133,711 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 SAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 SAA was last recorded at 133,711 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 7,932 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,779 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,932 miles
Average per year
9,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,711 miles
  • 2025 – 125,779 miles
  • 2024 – 119,105 miles
  • 2023 – 112,301 miles
  • 2022 – 105,098 miles
  • 2021 – 98,239 miles
  • 2020 – 91,909 miles
  • 2019 – 81,257 miles
  • 2017 – 61,110 miles
  • 2016 – 44,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,711 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Covers fitted to engine bay and under side

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,711 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    133,711 miles
    Test number
    431884282297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail133,709 miles (+7,930)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,709 miles
    Test number
    157964702889
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside sidewall 225/45/18 XL Davanti (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass125,779 miles (+6,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    125,779 miles
    Test number
    729075955528
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass119,105 miles (+6,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    119,105 miles
    Test number
    663762313265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass112,301 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    112,301 miles
    Test number
    144133732585
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  6. Fail112,278 miles (+7,180)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,278 miles
    Test number
    188482224470
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  7. Pass105,098 miles (+6,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    105,098 miles
    Test number
    990934593791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  8. Pass98,239 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    98,239 miles
    Test number
    240103334732
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  9. Fail98,237 miles (+6,328)4 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,237 miles
    Test number
    825520409290
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  10. Pass91,909 miles (+10,652)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,909 miles
    Test number
    760056367862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,257 miles (+20,147)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,257 miles
    Test number
    711002515358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,110 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    61,110 miles
    Test number
    747581709466
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine bay and under side
  13. Fail61,110 miles (+17,006)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,110 miles
    Test number
    605730125104
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine bay and under side
  14. Pass44,104 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    44,104 miles
    Test number
    771925803286
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine bay and under side
  15. Fail44,077 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,077 miles
    Test number
    617947870791
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine bay and under side

Questions about V7 SAA

Does V7 SAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 SAA is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 SAA?
The MOT on V7 SAA is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 SAA done?
V7 SAA was recorded at 133,711 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 9,826 miles a year.
Has V7 SAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 SAA has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 SAA 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 V7 SAA find?
V7 SAA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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