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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

V8 PEUMOT history

V8 PEU is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 142,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

V8 PEU white 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 3 Oct 2023
Mileage
142,300 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 PEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 PEU was last recorded at 142,300 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 3,290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,010 miles · 4 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
3,290 miles
Average per year
6,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 142,300 miles
  • 2021 – 139,010 miles
  • 2020 – 135,256 miles
  • 2019 – 129,126 miles
  • 2016 – 122,947 miles
  • 2015 – 116,989 miles
  • 2014 – 109,081 miles
  • 2013 – 100,424 miles
  • 2012 – 90,991 miles
  • 2011 – 86,508 miles
  • 2010 – 82,325 miles
  • 2009 – 76,850 miles
  • 2008 – 69,008 miles
  • 2007 – 50,752 miles
  • 2006 – 29,926 miles
  • 2005 – 27,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,300 miles
  • AdvisoryFront ARCHES CORRODED
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,300 miles (+3,290)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    142,300 miles
    Test number
    896497493731
    • AdvisoryFront ARCHES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass139,010 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    139,010 miles
    Test number
    100805953508
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail139,010 miles (+3,754)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,010 miles
    Test number
    725304191635
    • MajorFront Horn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass135,256 miles (+6,130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    135,256 miles
    Test number
    984588606039
    • AdvisoryFront outer arches coroded slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass129,126 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    129,126 miles
    Test number
    922517151508
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  6. Fail129,126 miles (+6,179)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,126 miles
    Test number
    166742476579
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  7. Pass122,947 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    122,947 miles
    Test number
    402923837134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/under body covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly perished/worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  8. Fail122,944 miles (+5,955)1 dangerous9 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,944 miles
    Test number
    780387909836
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released all lamps (1.2.1e)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/under body covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly perished/worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  9. Pass116,989 miles (+7,908)23 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    116,989 miles
    Test number
    362446099683
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  10. Pass109,081 miles10 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    109,081 miles
    Test number
    988514704327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFuel cap seal perished
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge

  11. Fail109,081 miles (+8,657)9 failures11 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,081 miles
    Test number
    245401604349
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFuel cap seal perished
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge

  12. Pass100,424 miles (+9,433)17 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    100,424 miles
    Test number
    298596653272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFuel cap seal perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

  13. Pass90,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    90,991 miles
    Test number
    326044962251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail90,991 miles (+4,483)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,991 miles
    Test number
    778024562252
    • FailureNearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass86,508 miles (+4,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    86,508 miles
    Test number
    499592251105
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass82,325 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    82,325 miles
    Test number
    970238240108
    • DangerousOffside rear tyre inner edge 1/4 un-even wear (flat spotting)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Fail82,325 miles (+5,475)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,325 miles
    Test number
    750658340138
    • DangerousOffside rear tyre inner edge 1/4 un-even wear (flat spotting)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass76,850 miles (+7,842)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    76,850 miles
    Test number
    594703659143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,008 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,008 miles
    Test number
    162136088111
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass69,008 miles (+18,256)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,008 miles
    Test number
    422386488162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,752 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    50,752 miles
    Test number
    290980187475
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail50,752 miles (+20,826)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,752 miles
    Test number
    591040987148
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass29,926 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    29,926 miles
    Test number
    940381586158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,805 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    29,805 miles
    Test number
    603577916110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,786 miles (+1,823)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,786 miles
    Test number
    593963676082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    27,963 miles
    Test number
    330253235356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail27,963 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,963 miles
    Test number
    590373835395
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V8 PEU

Does V8 PEU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V8 PEU expired on 3 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V8 PEU?
The MOT on V8 PEU expired on 3 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V8 PEU done?
V8 PEU was recorded at 142,300 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 6,787 miles a year.
Has V8 PEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 PEU has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on V8 PEU 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 V8 PEU find?
V8 PEU passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with 5 advisories: front arches corroded; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 2 more.

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