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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,494 cc

F7 XRNMOT history

F7 XRN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 45,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

F7 XRN 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 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
45,961 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 XRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 XRN was last recorded at 45,961 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,916 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
1,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,961 miles
  • 2025 – 40,784 miles
  • 2024 – 39,031 miles
  • 2023 – 36,870 miles
  • 2021 – 33,076 miles
  • 2018 – 28,460 miles
  • 2016 – 28,419 miles
  • 2012 – 27,572 miles
  • 2010 – 26,981 miles
  • 2009 – 25,290 miles
  • 2008 – 23,631 miles
  • 2007 – 21,876 miles
  • 2006 – 19,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,961 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,961 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    45,961 miles
    Test number
    913609221335
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Fail45,916 miles (+5,132)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,916 miles
    Test number
    381569839899
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass40,784 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    40,784 miles
    Test number
    259733549025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass39,031 miles (+2,161)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    39,031 miles
    Test number
    899775808186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass36,870 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    36,870 miles
    Test number
    162746159627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail36,870 miles (+3,794)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,870 miles
    Test number
    417534986456
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass33,076 miles (+4,547)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    33,076 miles
    Test number
    456218295745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass28,529 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    28,529 miles
    Test number
    374897423078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail28,525 miles (+65)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,525 miles
    Test number
    530567616096
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass28,460 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    28,460 miles
    Test number
    580820096655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,419 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    28,419 miles
    Test number
    907225344572
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to all brake discs
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside front wheelarch

  12. Fail28,419 miles (+847)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,419 miles
    Test number
    175706981453
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to all brake discs
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside front wheelarch

  13. Pass27,572 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    27,572 miles
    Test number
    638035402087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,981 miles (+1,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,981 miles
    Test number
    973104350305
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass25,290 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    25,290 miles
    Test number
    341176759315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail25,286 miles (+1,655)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,286 miles
    Test number
    104711659314
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass23,631 miles (+1,755)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    23,631 miles
    Test number
    443293958414
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn 65-75%
    • NoteN/S/F tyre sidewall 'scuffed'

  18. Pass21,876 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    21,876 miles
    Test number
    290401457301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail21,876 miles (+2,024)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,876 miles
    Test number
    593711557335
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass19,852 miles (+879)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,852 miles
    Test number
    464780646456
    • NoteFront brake pads worn 50%

  21. Pass18,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    18,973 miles
    Test number
    670736906064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail18,973 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,973 miles
    Test number
    702946906069
    • Repaired at testCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about F7 XRN

Does F7 XRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 XRN is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on F7 XRN?
The MOT on F7 XRN is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 XRN done?
F7 XRN was recorded at 45,961 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 1,349 miles a year.
Has F7 XRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 XRN has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on F7 XRN 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 F7 XRN find?
F7 XRN passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; power steering component has slight seepage from a component; power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded.

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