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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc

V7 SSDMOT history

V7 SSD is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 21 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 112,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

V7 SSD blue 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 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
112,346 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 SSD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 SSD was last recorded at 112,346 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 1,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,322 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,024 miles
Average per year
4,069 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,346 miles
  • 2025 – 111,322 miles
  • 2022 – 107,871 miles
  • 2021 – 105,850 miles
  • 2019 – 104,030 miles
  • 2018 – 102,974 miles
  • 2017 – 99,128 miles
  • 2015 – 94,006 miles
  • 2014 – 85,072 miles
  • 2013 – 77,677 miles
  • 2011 – 69,879 miles
  • 2010 – 61,984 miles
  • 2009 – 53,215 miles
  • 2008 – 48,581 miles
  • 2007 – 38,885 miles
  • 2006 – 31,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,346 miles

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,346 miles (+1,024)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    112,346 miles
    Test number
    351806825149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass111,322 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    111,322 miles
    Test number
    112590644873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail111,299 miles (+3,428)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,299 miles
    Test number
    983320808623
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative linkage snapped (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML lamp on

  4. Pass107,871 miles (+2,021)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    107,871 miles
    Test number
    136993565230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    105,850 miles
    Test number
    553264681628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail105,850 miles (+1,820)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,850 miles
    Test number
    384187423985
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass104,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,030 miles
    Test number
    421309250192
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail104,030 miles (+1,056)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,030 miles
    Test number
    704071276194
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass102,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,974 miles
    Test number
    110545830441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail102,974 miles (+3,846)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,974 miles
    Test number
    803867688215
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  11. Pass99,128 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    99,128 miles
    Test number
    895898076819
    • AdvisoryO/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer flange corroded

  12. Fail99,128 miles (+5,122)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,128 miles
    Test number
    250047845898
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer flange corroded

  13. Pass94,006 miles (+10)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    94,006 miles
    Test number
    359232405485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust joining bracket middle to rear sections corroded and broken but not leaking exhaust gases

  14. Fail93,996 miles (+8,924)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,996 miles
    Test number
    826530595106
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust joining bracket middle to rear sections corroded and broken but not leaking exhaust gases

  15. Pass85,072 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    85,072 miles
    Test number
    237765104469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,063 miles (+7,386)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,063 miles
    Test number
    879454204195
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass77,677 miles (+7,798)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    77,677 miles
    Test number
    756936803175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    69,879 miles
    Test number
    378156621324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,879 miles (+7,895)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,879 miles
    Test number
    495326121418
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass61,984 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    61,984 miles
    Test number
    474361230268
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail61,979 miles (+8,764)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,979 miles
    Test number
    731113720298
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass53,215 miles (+4,634)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,215 miles
    Test number
    344961669163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,581 miles (+9,696)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    48,581 miles
    Test number
    920204068155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,885 miles (+7,672)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,885 miles
    Test number
    640503647155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    31,213 miles
    Test number
    614930646111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 SSD

Does V7 SSD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 SSD is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 SSD?
The MOT on V7 SSD is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 SSD done?
V7 SSD was recorded at 112,346 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 4,069 miles a year.
Has V7 SSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 SSD has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V7 SSD 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 SSD find?
V7 SSD passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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