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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

V7 VCRMOT history

V7 VCR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 91,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

V7 VCR silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
91,344 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 VCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 VCR was last recorded at 91,344 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 1,644 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,700 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,644 miles
Average per year
3,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,344 miles
  • 2025 – 89,700 miles
  • 2024 – 88,611 miles
  • 2023 – 86,943 miles
  • 2022 – 84,390 miles
  • 2021 – 82,343 miles
  • 2020 – 81,000 miles
  • 2019 – 79,628 miles
  • 2018 – 78,557 miles
  • 2017 – 77,442 miles
  • 2016 – 74,037 miles
  • 2015 – 70,516 miles
  • 2014 – 63,579 miles
  • 2013 – 56,193 miles
  • 2012 – 42,744 miles
  • 2011 – 38,983 miles
  • 2010 – 36,993 miles
  • 2009 – 23,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,344 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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,344 miles (+1,644)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    91,344 miles
    Test number
    474839243738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    89,700 miles
    Test number
    416522300186
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. Fail89,699 miles (+1,088)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,699 miles
    Test number
    415120546844
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass88,611 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    88,611 miles
    Test number
    596824458575
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail88,611 miles (+1,668)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,611 miles
    Test number
    519421338606
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryT.P.M.S light on
  6. Pass86,943 miles (+2,553)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    86,943 miles
    Test number
    276680449343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    84,390 miles
    Test number
    229631119088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,390 miles (+2,047)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,390 miles
    Test number
    549018243592
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45R17 RFT (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass82,343 miles (+1,343)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    82,343 miles
    Test number
    512326015953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,000 miles (+1,372)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,000 miles
    Test number
    332115794548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,628 miles (+1,071)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,628 miles
    Test number
    939484733992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,557 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,557 miles
    Test number
    262985307901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,442 miles
    Test number
    125638003004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,442 miles (+3,405)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,442 miles
    Test number
    457481563388
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  15. Pass74,037 miles (+3,521)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,037 miles
    Test number
    293192435491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,516 miles (+6,937)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,516 miles
    Test number
    887688005271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,579 miles (+7,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,579 miles
    Test number
    767568394191
    • 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)
  18. Pass56,193 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,193 miles
    Test number
    426094203299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,189 miles (+13,445)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,189 miles
    Test number
    829423503271
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  20. Pass42,744 miles (+3,761)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,744 miles
    Test number
    687119502287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,983 miles (+1,990)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    38,983 miles
    Test number
    267563821260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,993 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    36,993 miles
    Test number
    630979620277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,978 miles (+13,249)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,978 miles
    Test number
    571547030181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    23,729 miles
    Test number
    802099789019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 VCR

Does V7 VCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 VCR is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 VCR?
The MOT on V7 VCR is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 VCR done?
V7 VCR was recorded at 91,344 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 3,897 miles a year.
Has V7 VCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 VCR has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on V7 VCR 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 VCR find?
V7 VCR passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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