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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V7 TVYMOT history

V7 TVY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 88,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

V7 TVY silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2026
Mileage
88,223 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 TVY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V7 TVY was last recorded at 88,223 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,216 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,223 miles
  • 2025 – 84,540 miles
  • 2023 – 84,149 miles
  • 2022 – 83,345 miles
  • 2021 – 81,701 miles
  • 2020 – 80,055 miles
  • 2019 – 78,953 miles
  • 2018 – 76,872 miles
  • 2017 – 74,807 miles
  • 2016 – 72,512 miles
  • 2015 – 69,672 miles
  • 2014 – 67,035 miles
  • 2013 – 65,081 miles
  • 2012 – 61,162 miles
  • 2011 – 58,216 miles
  • 2010 – 55,585 miles
  • 2009 – 53,020 miles
  • 2008 – 50,385 miles
  • 2007 – 47,009 miles
  • 2006 – 38,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail88,223 miles
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front steering rack inner joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front steering rack inner joint has play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox has a slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail88,223 miles (+7)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,223 miles
    Test number
    545892535505
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail88,216 miles (+3,676)3 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,216 miles
    Test number
    608608811431
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass84,540 miles (+391)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    84,540 miles
    Test number
    888110737997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,149 miles (+804)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    84,149 miles
    Test number
    425431451306
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass83,345 miles (+1,644)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    83,345 miles
    Test number
    127571725140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner steering rack joints have slight play

  6. Pass81,701 miles (+1,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    81,701 miles
    Test number
    533267568580
    • AdvisoryVery slight play in both steering rack inner joints

  7. Pass80,055 miles (+1,102)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    80,055 miles
    Test number
    254619039986
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass78,953 miles (+2,081)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,953 miles
    Test number
    472157102799
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake caliper spring clip missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joints

  9. Pass76,872 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    76,872 miles
    Test number
    199067371759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack inner joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack inner joint has play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox has a slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail76,868 miles (+2,061)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,868 miles
    Test number
    128049961260
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements recording little effort (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack inner joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack inner joint has play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox has a slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass74,807 miles (+2,295)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    74,807 miles
    Test number
    231602223416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,512 miles (+2,840)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,512 miles
    Test number
    441741093751
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel slightly buckled
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning on dash

  13. Pass69,672 miles (+2,637)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    69,672 miles
    Test number
    415712010052
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread minor delamiation (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage reservoir pipes to cooler (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front minor cracking n/s/f tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil damp (2.7.3)

  14. Pass67,035 miles (+6)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    67,035 miles
    Test number
    887487434337
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s side repeater slightly condensated
    • NoteNsf void bush slight play
    • NoteO/s inner tie rod slight play
    • NoteOsf void bush slight play
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  15. Fail67,029 miles (+1,948)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,029 miles
    Test number
    748336634372
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s side repeater slightly condensated
    • NoteNsf void bush slight play
    • NoteO/s inner tie rod slight play
    • NoteOsf void bush slight play
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  16. Pass65,081 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,081 miles
    Test number
    128227933359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail65,081 miles (+3,919)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,081 miles
    Test number
    697347133306
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass61,162 miles (+2,946)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    61,162 miles
    Test number
    669355132370
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in lower steering coloum bush

  19. Pass58,216 miles (+2,631)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    58,216 miles
    Test number
    256995431312
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCO emission just passed test on max limit 0.2%
    • NoteN/S/R sidelight has reduced light output
    • NoteTyre warning light on dash

  20. Pass55,585 miles (+2,565)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    55,585 miles
    Test number
    220344840377
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass53,020 miles (+2,635)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    53,020 miles
    Test number
    610205739386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass50,385 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    50,385 miles
    Test number
    883925848388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,384 miles (+3,375)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,384 miles
    Test number
    702464848337
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass47,009 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    47,009 miles
    Test number
    394770047302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,953 miles (+5,078)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,953 miles
    Test number
    484008037482
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass38,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,875 miles
    Test number
    401344636414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 TVY

Does V7 TVY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V7 TVY expired on 4 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V7 TVY?
The MOT on V7 TVY expired on 4 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V7 TVY done?
V7 TVY was recorded at 88,223 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 2,490 miles a year.
Has V7 TVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 TVY has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 TVY 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 TVY find?
V7 TVY failed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush, and 3 more.

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