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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,995 cc

X23 BTGMOT history

X23 BTG is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 184,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

X23 BTG red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2024
Mileage
184,254 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,726 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 BTG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
5 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X23 BTG was last recorded at 184,254 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,254 miles · 28 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,254 miles
  • 2023 – 184,254 miles
  • 2022 – 184,254 miles
  • 2021 – 139,112 miles
  • 2019 – 128,021 miles
  • 2018 – 126,465 miles
  • 2017 – 120,132 miles
  • 2016 – 115,027 miles
  • 2015 – 103,772 miles
  • 2014 – 95,338 miles
  • 2013 – 90,372 miles
  • 2012 – 85,233 miles
  • 2011 – 79,804 miles
  • 2009 – 71,167 miles
  • 2008 – 62,453 miles
  • 2007 – 55,364 miles
  • 2006 – 46,821 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail184,254 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail184,254 miles6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,254 miles
    Test number
    459065426148
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

  2. Pass184,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    184,254 miles
    Test number
    552562304420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail184,254 miles1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,254 miles
    Test number
    596189726265
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached Both front (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass184,254 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    184,254 miles
    Test number
    437142606599
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail184,254 miles (+45,142)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,254 miles
    Test number
    372868099417
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass139,112 miles (+11,091)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    139,112 miles
    Test number
    505627041413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,021 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    128,021 miles
    Test number
    276201034265
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail128,021 miles (+1,556)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,021 miles
    Test number
    874831165315
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass126,465 miles (+6,333)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    126,465 miles
    Test number
    942277504808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass120,132 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    120,132 miles
    Test number
    139841473013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail120,132 miles (+5,105)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,132 miles
    Test number
    131800441820
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass115,027 miles (+11,255)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    115,027 miles
    Test number
    311586023252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass103,772 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    103,772 miles
    Test number
    816187035049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail103,769 miles (+8,431)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,769 miles
    Test number
    969824635057
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass95,338 miles (+4,966)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    95,338 miles
    Test number
    675109304012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,372 miles2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,372 miles
    Test number
    117957113490
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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

  17. Pass90,372 miles (+5,139)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    90,372 miles
    Test number
    496657813052
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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

  18. Pass85,233 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    85,233 miles
    Test number
    739320732075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted offside rear

  19. Fail85,233 miles (+5,429)9 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,233 miles
    Test number
    108230332424
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted offside rear
    • NoteFront tyres wearing unevenly

  20. Pass79,804 miles (+8,637)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,804 miles
    Test number
    336511231083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,167 miles (+8,714)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    71,167 miles
    Test number
    492496329198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,453 miles (+7,089)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    62,453 miles
    Test number
    442945868062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,364 miles (+8,543)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    55,364 miles
    Test number
    480899857015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,821 miles
    Test number
    350169856081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X23 BTG

Does X23 BTG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X23 BTG expired on 29 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X23 BTG?
The MOT on X23 BTG expired on 29 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X23 BTG done?
X23 BTG was recorded at 184,254 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 6,726 miles a year.
Has X23 BTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 BTG has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on X23 BTG 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 X23 BTG find?
X23 BTG failed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 6 major defects: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; horn not working; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, and 3 more.

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