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BMW M3

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 3,201 cc

WEE 282MOT history

WEE 282 is a silver petrol BMW M3 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 83,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

WEE 282 silver 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 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
83,572 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,578 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
WEE 282
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

WEE 282 was last recorded at 83,572 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 1,706 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,866 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,706 miles
Average per year
1,578 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,572 miles
  • 2025 – 81,866 miles
  • 2023 – 81,513 miles
  • 2022 – 80,955 miles
  • 2020 – 80,258 miles
  • 2019 – 79,539 miles
  • 2018 – 79,505 miles
  • 2017 – 78,328 miles
  • 2016 – 76,373 miles
  • 2015 – 74,156 miles
  • 2014 – 71,759 miles
  • 2013 – 69,304 miles
  • 2012 – 67,130 miles
  • 2011 – 65,683 miles
  • 2010 – 63,749 miles
  • 2009 – 62,320 miles
  • 2008 – 60,982 miles
  • 2007 – 59,860 miles
  • 2006 – 56,883 miles
  • 2005 – 50,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,572 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OSF & NSF (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive small oil leak from differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,572 miles (+1,706)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    83,572 miles
    Test number
    677995308095
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OSF & NSF (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass81,866 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    81,866 miles
    Test number
    109020986685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive small oil leak from differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail81,861 miles (+348)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,861 miles
    Test number
    463416894861
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive small oil leak from differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass81,513 miles (+558)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    81,513 miles
    Test number
    657373196634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,955 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,955 miles
    Test number
    758782402687
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail80,955 miles (+697)1 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,955 miles
    Test number
    349769561077
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass80,258 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,258 miles
    Test number
    209606164415
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail80,256 miles (+717)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,256 miles
    Test number
    259544742093
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass79,539 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,539 miles
    Test number
    587584730205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,505 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    79,505 miles
    Test number
    468154328478
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Fail79,505 miles (+1,177)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,505 miles
    Test number
    954056792034
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass78,328 miles (+1,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,328 miles
    Test number
    362032312523
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass76,373 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    76,373 miles
    Test number
    168579166430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail76,373 miles (+2,217)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,373 miles
    Test number
    114792442561
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass74,156 miles (+2,397)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    74,156 miles
    Test number
    490134341391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,759 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,759 miles
    Test number
    847501004351
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail71,759 miles (+2,455)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,759 miles
    Test number
    149088494274
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass69,304 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    69,304 miles
    Test number
    238385593200
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail69,304 miles (+2,174)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,304 miles
    Test number
    386605593472
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass67,130 miles (+1,447)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    67,130 miles
    Test number
    589654402355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,683 miles (+39)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    65,683 miles
    Test number
    939927891289
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCracks in both front tyre treads.

  22. Fail65,644 miles (+1,895)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,644 miles
    Test number
    387414291465
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCracks in both front tyre treads.

  23. Pass63,749 miles (+1,429)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    63,749 miles
    Test number
    170985490283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,320 miles (+1,338)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    62,320 miles
    Test number
    474191409474
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear top mount slighty worn
    • NoteOffside rear top mount slighty worn

  25. Pass60,982 miles (+1,122)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    60,982 miles
    Test number
    592284408387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass59,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    59,860 miles
    Test number
    313959697246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail59,860 miles (+2,977)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,860 miles
    Test number
    323889197453
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Pass56,883 miles (+6,453)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    56,883 miles
    Test number
    413219796222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    50,430 miles
    Test number
    263356765245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail50,430 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,430 miles
    Test number
    344386865418
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about WEE 282

What vehicle is registration WEE 282 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show WEE 282 on a silver petrol BMW M3 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does WEE 282 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on WEE 282 is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on WEE 282?
The MOT on WEE 282 is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has WEE 282 done?
WEE 282 was recorded at 83,572 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 1,578 miles a year.
Has WEE 282 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WEE 282 has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on WEE 282 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 WEE 282 find?
WEE 282 passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material osf & nsf; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive.

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