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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

C5 TXNMOT history

C5 TXN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 119,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

C5 TXN 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 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
119,830 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,665 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 TXN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 TXN was last recorded at 119,830 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,830 miles · 17 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,665 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,830 miles
  • 2025 – 104,768 miles
  • 2024 – 104,651 miles
  • 2022 – 103,903 miles
  • 2021 – 102,997 miles
  • 2019 – 97,194 miles
  • 2018 – 90,572 miles
  • 2012 – 90,273 miles
  • 2011 – 82,523 miles
  • 2010 – 70,657 miles
  • 2009 – 61,757 miles
  • 2007 – 54,377 miles
  • 2006 – 48,543 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,830 miles
  • AdvisoryAmber brake warning lamp displayedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,830 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    119,830 miles
    Test number
    132125618579
    • AdvisoryAmber brake warning lamp displayed
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail119,830 miles (+15,062)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,830 miles
    Test number
    756379443066
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged Inner structure showing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged Inner structure showing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryAmber brake warning lamp displayed
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp displayed however vehicle is pre 01/07/2003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass104,768 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    104,768 miles
    Test number
    616534467242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass104,651 miles (+748)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    104,651 miles
    Test number
    746067502317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,903 miles (+906)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    103,903 miles
    Test number
    643898684772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,997 miles (+5,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,997 miles
    Test number
    191594624803
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,194 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,194 miles
    Test number
    866183210898
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre inner sidewall perishing

  8. Fail97,172 miles (+6,600)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,172 miles
    Test number
    611120178135
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass90,572 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    90,572 miles
    Test number
    201809445148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    90,273 miles
    Test number
    669121432219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,273 miles (+7,750)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,273 miles
    Test number
    446609822247
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass82,523 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    82,523 miles
    Test number
    167024411253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail82,523 miles (+11,866)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,523 miles
    Test number
    459184111260
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass70,657 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,657 miles
    Test number
    554213360058
    • NoteAdvise steering rack n/s/r brake pipe mount and rear tyres and tracking

  15. Fail70,657 miles (+8,900)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,657 miles
    Test number
    703042860026
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvise steering rack n/s/r brake pipe mount and rear tyres and tracking

  16. Pass61,757 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    61,757 miles
    Test number
    710974349099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail61,743 miles (+7,366)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,743 miles
    Test number
    651831749059
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass54,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    54,377 miles
    Test number
    270552827255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,377 miles (+5,834)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,377 miles
    Test number
    441991227261
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvise f/windscreen just pass

  20. Pass48,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    48,543 miles
    Test number
    384270026284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 TXN

Does C5 TXN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 TXN is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 TXN?
The MOT on C5 TXN is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 TXN done?
C5 TXN was recorded at 119,830 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 3,665 miles a year.
Has C5 TXN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 TXN has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 TXN 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 C5 TXN find?
C5 TXN passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: amber brake warning lamp displayed; central front lower oil leak, but not excessive; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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