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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

X17 AVYMOT history

X17 AVY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 170,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

X17 AVY black 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 8 May 2027
Mileage
170,418 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,164 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X17 AVY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X17 AVY was last recorded at 170,418 miles on 9 May 2026, 17,594 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jan 2022: 131,962 miles, lower than 191,020 miles on 15 Jan 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
152,824 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
17,594 miles
Average per year
8,164 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,418 miles
  • 2025 – 152,824 miles
  • 2024 – 150,685 miles
  • 2023 – 141,538 miles
  • 2022 – 131,975 miles
  • 2021 – 191,020 miles
  • 2019 – 109,731 miles
  • 2018 – 102,406 miles
  • 2017 – 101,535 miles
  • 2015 – 85,204 miles
  • 2014 – 74,069 miles
  • 2013 – 61,108 miles
  • 2012 – 55,298 miles
  • 2011 – 46,870 miles
  • 2010 – 39,499 miles
  • 2009 – 34,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,418 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Drivers side front tyre wear thin on outer edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,418 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    170,418 miles
    Test number
    627028908680
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail170,418 miles (+17,594)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,418 miles
    Test number
    694575526416
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass152,824 miles (+2,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    152,824 miles
    Test number
    806643420447
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass150,685 miles (+9,147)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    150,685 miles
    Test number
    216339882215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass141,538 miles (+9,563)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    141,538 miles
    Test number
    166678459095
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass131,975 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    131,975 miles
    Test number
    929352073884
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail131,962 miles (-59,058)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,962 miles
    Test number
    969465643112
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass191,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    191,020 miles
    Test number
    729529335951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail191,020 miles (+81,289)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,020 miles
    Test number
    910565940456
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass109,731 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,731 miles
    Test number
    706569946947
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail109,731 miles (+7,325)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,731 miles
    Test number
    721973186538
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass102,406 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,406 miles
    Test number
    321380303878
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Drivers side front tyre wear thin on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail102,406 miles (+871)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,406 miles
    Test number
    629278316897
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Oil leaking excessively from engine Oil leak from rear of engine. Dripping onto front exhaust section. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Drivers side front tyre wear thin on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass101,535 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    101,535 miles
    Test number
    407747109207
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail101,532 miles (+16,328)2 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,532 miles
    Test number
    169850987854
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass85,204 miles (+11,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,204 miles
    Test number
    722760910965
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts child seats

  17. Pass74,069 miles5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,069 miles
    Test number
    796496984091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres perrished in tread area

  18. Fail74,069 miles (+12,961)2 repaired5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,069 miles
    Test number
    928606884054
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres perrished in tread area

  19. Pass61,108 miles (+5,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    61,108 miles
    Test number
    608063803149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass55,298 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,298 miles
    Test number
    667888882049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail55,298 miles (+8,428)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,298 miles
    Test number
    908848982077
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass46,870 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    46,870 miles
    Test number
    575460971060
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail46,870 miles (+7,371)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,870 miles
    Test number
    455908561061
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass39,499 miles (+4,777)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,499 miles
    Test number
    831920870073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    34,722 miles
    Test number
    390377569203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X17 AVY

Does X17 AVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X17 AVY is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X17 AVY?
The MOT on X17 AVY is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X17 AVY done?
X17 AVY was recorded at 170,418 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 8,164 miles a year.
Has X17 AVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X17 AVY has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X17 AVY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jan 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X17 AVY find?
X17 AVY passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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