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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,995 cc

W5 NEOMOT history

W5 NEO is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 112,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

W5 NEO white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
112,245 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 NEO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
8 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 NEO was last recorded at 112,245 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 7,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,120 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,125 miles
Average per year
7,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,245 miles
  • 2025 – 105,120 miles
  • 2024 – 93,855 miles
  • 2023 – 85,929 miles
  • 2022 – 83,689 miles
  • 2021 – 81,054 miles
  • 2020 – 78,359 miles
  • 2019 – 76,924 miles
  • 2018 – 69,228 miles
  • 2017 – 50,321 miles
  • 2016 – 35,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,245 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 Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    112,245 miles
    Test number
    399541728358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail112,243 miles (+7,123)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,243 miles
    Test number
    225531673262
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass105,120 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    105,120 miles
    Test number
    614844474260
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail105,120 miles (+11,265)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,120 miles
    Test number
    805187297425
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass93,855 miles (+7,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    93,855 miles
    Test number
    453567095895
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fitted

  6. Pass85,929 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    85,929 miles
    Test number
    442216528228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,567 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,567 miles
    Test number
    233441388224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail85,565 miles (+1,876)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,565 miles
    Test number
    100208000401
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass83,689 miles (+2,635)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    83,689 miles
    Test number
    110204997038
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Adjusted headlight aim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Adjusted headlight aim

  10. Pass81,054 miles (+2,695)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    81,054 miles
    Test number
    361193517174
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass78,359 miles (+1,435)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,359 miles
    Test number
    100286858486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,924 miles (+7,696)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    76,924 miles
    Test number
    373825683610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,228 miles (+18,907)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    69,228 miles
    Test number
    721564542653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    50,321 miles
    Test number
    541344727360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail50,321 miles (+14,848)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,321 miles
    Test number
    108672062127
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass35,473 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,473 miles
    Test number
    436300240978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,463 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,463 miles
    Test number
    321880746656
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about W5 NEO

Does W5 NEO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 NEO is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on W5 NEO?
The MOT on W5 NEO is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 NEO done?
W5 NEO was recorded at 112,245 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 7,652 miles a year.
Has W5 NEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 NEO has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on W5 NEO 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 W5 NEO find?
W5 NEO passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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