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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,896 cc

400 FOXMOT history

400 FOX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 37,808 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

400 FOX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
37,808 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
400 FOX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

400 FOX was last recorded at 37,808 miles on 26 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,808 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,808 miles
  • 2025 – 37,001 miles
  • 2024 – 36,478 miles
  • 2023 – 36,257 miles
  • 2013 – 32,612 miles
  • 2012 – 27,823 miles
  • 2011 – 23,853 miles
  • 2010 – 19,253 miles
  • 2009 – 15,952 miles
  • 2008 – 15,444 miles
  • 2007 – 14,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,808 miles

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    37,808 miles
    Test number
    619377076392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail37,808 miles (+807)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,808 miles
    Test number
    401648380851
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass37,001 miles (+523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    37,001 miles
    Test number
    934902189966
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass36,478 miles (+221)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    36,478 miles
    Test number
    883293459184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass36,257 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    36,257 miles
    Test number
    178806079031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail36,255 miles (+3,643)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,255 miles
    Test number
    815659398903
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  7. Pass32,612 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,612 miles
    Test number
    229832603467
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  8. Fail32,612 miles (+4,789)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,612 miles
    Test number
    257771903142
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  9. Pass27,823 miles (+3,970)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    27,823 miles
    Test number
    795713522177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass23,853 miles (+4,600)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,853 miles
    Test number
    239877991036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass19,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    19,253 miles
    Test number
    173166170482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail19,253 miles (+3,301)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,253 miles
    Test number
    130586670004
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  13. Pass15,952 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    15,952 miles
    Test number
    524437329089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,444 miles (+1,057)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    15,444 miles
    Test number
    852451738090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass14,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    14,387 miles
    Test number
    491299627056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 400 FOX

What vehicle is registration 400 FOX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 400 FOX on a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. 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 400 FOX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 400 FOX is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 400 FOX?
The MOT on 400 FOX 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 400 FOX done?
400 FOX was recorded at 37,808 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 1,212 miles a year.
Has 400 FOX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 400 FOX has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on 400 FOX 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 400 FOX find?
400 FOX passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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