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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

200 CLAMOT history

200 CLA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 May 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 74,907 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

200 CLA blue 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 25 May 2027
Mileage
74,907 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
200 CLA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
11 May 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

200 CLA was last recorded at 74,907 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 464 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,443 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
464 miles
Average per year
2,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,907 miles
  • 2025 – 74,443 miles
  • 2024 – 73,455 miles
  • 2023 – 70,178 miles
  • 2022 – 69,428 miles
  • 2021 – 65,710 miles
  • 2020 – 63,049 miles
  • 2019 – 59,424 miles
  • 2018 – 59,098 miles
  • 2017 – 57,284 miles
  • 2016 – 55,698 miles
  • 2015 – 53,945 miles
  • 2014 – 52,140 miles
  • 2013 – 49,598 miles
  • 2012 – 47,756 miles
  • 2011 – 45,104 miles
  • 2010 – 42,093 miles
  • 2009 – 39,163 miles
  • 2008 – 35,664 miles
  • 2007 – 33,029 miles
  • 2006 – 29,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,907 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering lock not functioningRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Leaking from engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,907 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    74,907 miles
    Test number
    476560464578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering lock not functioning

  2. Fail74,907 miles (+464)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,907 miles
    Test number
    269728864226
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Leaking from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering lock not functioning

  3. Pass74,443 miles (+988)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    74,443 miles
    Test number
    138008385996
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Leaking from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering lock not functioning

  4. Pass73,455 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    73,455 miles
    Test number
    146000088373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Leaking from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear axle/differential slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail73,455 miles (+3,277)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,455 miles
    Test number
    888706440573
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Leaking from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear axle/differential slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,178 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    70,178 miles
    Test number
    365040981422
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail70,178 miles (+750)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,178 miles
    Test number
    954061124468
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass69,428 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    69,428 miles
    Test number
    494824735756
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Fail69,428 miles (+3,718)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,428 miles
    Test number
    105346097575
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Pass65,710 miles (+2,661)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    65,710 miles
    Test number
    898860087369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    63,049 miles
    Test number
    162026721164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail63,049 miles (+3,625)1 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,049 miles
    Test number
    665175191421
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass59,424 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,424 miles
    Test number
    621683913894
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both side reapeters (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear tyre worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll rear drive shaft cv boots perishing
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Fail59,419 miles (+321)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,419 miles
    Test number
    856161413920
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both side reapeters (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear tyre worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll rear drive shaft cv boots perishing
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass59,098 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,098 miles
    Test number
    908570459074
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding

  16. Fail59,081 miles (+1,797)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,081 miles
    Test number
    666025430969
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding

  17. Pass57,284 miles (+1,586)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    57,284 miles
    Test number
    846527587028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,698 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,698 miles
    Test number
    299791945276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,691 miles (+1,746)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,691 miles
    Test number
    738992326555
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass53,945 miles (+1,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,945 miles
    Test number
    337251115138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass52,140 miles (+2,542)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,140 miles
    Test number
    199872124122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,598 miles (+1,842)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,598 miles
    Test number
    215439013156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,756 miles (+2,652)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    47,756 miles
    Test number
    288415722410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,104 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,104 miles
    Test number
    277599221431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,098 miles (+3,005)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,098 miles
    Test number
    468676621167
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass42,093 miles (+2,930)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    42,093 miles
    Test number
    214541410107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  27. Pass39,163 miles (+3,499)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,163 miles
    Test number
    200969319463
    • NoteFront number plate delaminating
    • NoteOffside front tyre near wear limit

  28. Pass35,664 miles (+2,635)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,664 miles
    Test number
    700900638137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,029 miles (+3,636)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,029 miles
    Test number
    691951537136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,393 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,393 miles
    Test number
    382128716161
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDifferent tyres fitted front & rear

Questions about 200 CLA

What vehicle is registration 200 CLA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 200 CLA on a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 May 2000. 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 200 CLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 200 CLA is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 200 CLA?
The MOT on 200 CLA is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 200 CLA done?
200 CLA was recorded at 74,907 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 2,276 miles a year.
Has 200 CLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 200 CLA has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on 200 CLA 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 200 CLA find?
200 CLA passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush; steering lock not functioning.

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