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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 3,246 cc

V9 DNBMOT history

V9 DNB is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

V9 DNB black 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 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,012 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 DNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V9 DNB was last recorded at 105,012 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 9,643 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,369 miles · 31 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
9,643 miles
Average per year
3,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,012 miles
  • 2023 – 95,369 miles
  • 2022 – 95,023 miles
  • 2021 – 94,512 miles
  • 2020 – 94,183 miles
  • 2018 – 93,793 miles
  • 2017 – 92,356 miles
  • 2016 – 89,562 miles
  • 2015 – 87,734 miles
  • 2014 – 79,455 miles
  • 2013 – 76,898 miles
  • 2012 – 76,119 miles
  • 2011 – 75,299 miles
  • 2010 – 63,282 miles
  • 2009 – 61,436 miles
  • 2008 – 45,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,012 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,012 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,012 miles
    Test number
    280454411289
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail105,012 miles (+9,643)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,012 miles
    Test number
    925123846406
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,369 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    95,369 miles
    Test number
    669230222477
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail95,369 miles (+346)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,369 miles
    Test number
    230136440779
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass95,023 miles (+511)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    95,023 miles
    Test number
    996529376338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,512 miles (+329)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,512 miles
    Test number
    869321757284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass94,183 miles (+390)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    94,183 miles
    Test number
    153986107077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,793 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    93,793 miles
    Test number
    814512016255
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail93,793 miles (+1,437)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,793 miles
    Test number
    691731519262
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass92,356 miles (+2,794)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    92,356 miles
    Test number
    727555639344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,562 miles (+1,828)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    89,562 miles
    Test number
    447093429619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,734 miles (+8,279)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    87,734 miles
    Test number
    595744062080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,455 miles (+2,557)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    79,455 miles
    Test number
    846029924390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,898 miles (+779)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    76,898 miles
    Test number
    638479923342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,119 miles (+820)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,119 miles
    Test number
    658398072237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,299 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,299 miles
    Test number
    677497841108
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail75,299 miles (+12,017)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,299 miles
    Test number
    158936521107
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass63,282 miles (+1,846)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    63,282 miles
    Test number
    210635540275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,436 miles (+15,667)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    61,436 miles
    Test number
    822899739236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,769 miles (+3,417)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,769 miles
    Test number
    242993988129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail42,352 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,352 miles
    Test number
    121950608167
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about V9 DNB

Does V9 DNB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V9 DNB is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V9 DNB?
The MOT on V9 DNB is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V9 DNB done?
V9 DNB was recorded at 105,012 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 3,482 miles a year.
Has V9 DNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 DNB has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V9 DNB 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 V9 DNB find?
V9 DNB passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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