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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

X23 FKXMOT history

X23 FKX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 153,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

X23 FKX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
153,591 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 FKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 FKX was last recorded at 153,591 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 4,490 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,101 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,490 miles
Average per year
6,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,591 miles
  • 2025 – 149,101 miles
  • 2024 – 144,671 miles
  • 2023 – 140,186 miles
  • 2022 – 135,633 miles
  • 2021 – 131,291 miles
  • 2020 – 128,314 miles
  • 2019 – 123,956 miles
  • 2018 – 115,341 miles
  • 2017 – 108,548 miles
  • 2016 – 104,319 miles
  • 2015 – 103,370 miles
  • 2014 – 101,403 miles
  • 2013 – 93,977 miles
  • 2012 – 87,955 miles
  • 2011 – 79,943 miles
  • 2010 – 67,045 miles
  • 2008 – 50,901 miles
  • 2007 – 36,308 miles
  • 2006 – 24,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,591 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,591 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    153,591 miles
    Test number
    997847774136
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail153,591 miles (+4,490)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,591 miles
    Test number
    609660339716
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass149,101 miles (+4,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    149,101 miles
    Test number
    887424090776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass144,671 miles (+4,485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    144,671 miles
    Test number
    326211656985
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass140,186 miles (+4,553)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    140,186 miles
    Test number
    782535453075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass135,633 miles (+4,342)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    135,633 miles
    Test number
    368360811505
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,291 miles (+2,977)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    131,291 miles
    Test number
    804485941120
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass128,314 miles (+4,358)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    128,314 miles
    Test number
    736090625396
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass123,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    123,956 miles
    Test number
    676229246305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail123,956 miles (+8,615)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,956 miles
    Test number
    304346069322
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass115,341 miles (+96)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,341 miles
    Test number
    900100450395
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail115,245 miles (+6,697)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,245 miles
    Test number
    334127490935
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass108,548 miles (+4,229)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    108,548 miles
    Test number
    825160934523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    104,319 miles
    Test number
    737033610653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail104,318 miles (+948)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,318 miles
    Test number
    412772547362
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass103,370 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    103,370 miles
    Test number
    897597315163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail103,369 miles (+1,966)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,369 miles
    Test number
    645513015150
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  18. Pass101,403 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    101,403 miles
    Test number
    885917204103
    • NoteBoth front tyres uneven worn. (advise replace)

  19. Fail101,402 miles (+7,425)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,402 miles
    Test number
    118077904184
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres uneven worn. (advise replace)

  20. Pass93,977 miles (+6,022)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    93,977 miles
    Test number
    878377203182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail87,955 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,955 miles
    Test number
    628377912100
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer perishing
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  22. Pass87,955 miles (+8,012)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,955 miles
    Test number
    755257612112
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer perishing
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  23. Pass79,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    79,943 miles
    Test number
    978886431051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail79,943 miles (+12,898)1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,943 miles
    Test number
    105866331087
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOff-side front tyre worn on outer edge

  25. Pass67,045 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    67,045 miles
    Test number
    613260520085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,942 miles (+16,041)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,942 miles
    Test number
    714698410059
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir bag light on!

  27. Pass50,901 miles (+14,593)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    50,901 miles
    Test number
    563646018337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,308 miles (+11,775)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    36,308 miles
    Test number
    303770277420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,533 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,533 miles
    Test number
    694971876247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail24,473 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,473 miles
    Test number
    392350976475
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about X23 FKX

Does X23 FKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 FKX is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X23 FKX?
The MOT on X23 FKX is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X23 FKX done?
X23 FKX was recorded at 153,591 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 6,471 miles a year.
Has X23 FKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 FKX has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X23 FKX 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 FKX find?
X23 FKX passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides.

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