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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

W256 OLEMOT history

W256 OLE is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Jun 2000. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 73,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2022.

W256 OLE blue 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 2 Nov 2023
Mileage
73,836 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,366 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W256 OLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

W256 OLE was last recorded at 73,836 miles on 3 Nov 2022, 3,464 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,372 miles · 21 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
3,464 miles
Average per year
3,366 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,836 miles
  • 2021 – 70,372 miles
  • 2020 – 66,946 miles
  • 2019 – 64,470 miles
  • 2018 – 61,544 miles
  • 2017 – 58,365 miles
  • 2016 – 54,814 miles
  • 2015 – 51,197 miles
  • 2014 – 47,602 miles
  • 2013 – 44,024 miles
  • 2012 – 40,227 miles
  • 2011 – 36,751 miles
  • 2010 – 33,811 miles
  • 2009 – 30,302 miles
  • 2008 – 26,641 miles
  • 2007 – 23,028 miles
  • 2006 – 19,240 miles
  • 2005 – 15,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,836 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    73,836 miles
    Test number
    391180487427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail73,836 miles (+3,464)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,836 miles
    Test number
    206680209692
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass70,372 miles (+3,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,372 miles
    Test number
    820475037527
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass66,946 miles (+2,476)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,946 miles
    Test number
    184882105074
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass64,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,470 miles
    Test number
    174804653608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail64,470 miles (+2,926)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,470 miles
    Test number
    621057438411
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass61,544 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,544 miles
    Test number
    979286038752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail61,525 miles (+3,160)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,525 miles
    Test number
    710859325451
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass58,365 miles (+3,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    58,365 miles
    Test number
    160048667970
    • 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)

  10. Pass54,814 miles (+48)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,814 miles
    Test number
    427133855505
    • 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)

  11. Fail54,766 miles (+3,569)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,766 miles
    Test number
    273055866714
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  12. Pass51,197 miles (+3,595)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    51,197 miles
    Test number
    556807745199
    • 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)

  13. Pass47,602 miles (+3,578)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    47,602 miles
    Test number
    949547334196
    • NoteN/s/f tyre tread worn low on the outer section,both rears are wearing low in the centres

  14. Pass44,024 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,024 miles
    Test number
    697122843196
    • NoteSrs lamps dose not illuminate

  15. Fail44,015 miles (+3,788)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,015 miles
    Test number
    875221443116
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass40,227 miles (+3,476)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    40,227 miles
    Test number
    167680052144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,751 miles (+2,940)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,751 miles
    Test number
    615667741135
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has a nail in the tread.

  18. Pass33,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    33,811 miles
    Test number
    301069940143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,811 miles (+3,509)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,811 miles
    Test number
    533509340143
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Fail30,302 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,302 miles
    Test number
    122010759124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass30,302 miles (+3,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,302 miles
    Test number
    980140759151
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass26,641 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,641 miles
    Test number
    662149048194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,028 miles (+3,788)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    23,028 miles
    Test number
    694143057159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,240 miles (+4,091)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    19,240 miles
    Test number
    840447246120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2006
    Odometer
    15,149 miles
    Test number
    570188945131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W256 OLE

Does W256 OLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W256 OLE expired on 2 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W256 OLE?
The MOT on W256 OLE expired on 2 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W256 OLE done?
W256 OLE was recorded at 73,836 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2022, an average of 3,366 miles a year.
Has W256 OLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 OLE has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on W256 OLE 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 W256 OLE find?
W256 OLE passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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