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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

X23 SWNMOT history

X23 SWN is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 176,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

X23 SWN blue 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 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
176,280 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 SWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
17 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 SWN was last recorded at 176,280 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 4,419 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,861 miles · 31 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,419 miles
Average per year
9,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,280 miles
  • 2025 – 171,861 miles
  • 2024 – 167,086 miles
  • 2023 – 162,185 miles
  • 2022 – 157,313 miles
  • 2021 – 151,444 miles
  • 2020 – 144,710 miles
  • 2019 – 129,446 miles
  • 2018 – 117,843 miles
  • 2017 – 109,345 miles
  • 2016 – 90,730 miles
  • 2015 – 70,584 miles
  • 2014 – 68,388 miles
  • 2013 – 57,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,280 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,280 miles (+4,419)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    176,280 miles
    Test number
    979771327484
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass171,861 miles (+4,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    171,861 miles
    Test number
    126759492388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass167,086 miles (+4,901)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    167,086 miles
    Test number
    607739332361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass162,185 miles (+4,872)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    162,185 miles
    Test number
    297631484547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass157,313 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    157,313 miles
    Test number
    643618862026
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  6. Fail157,294 miles (+5,850)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,294 miles
    Test number
    473245911486
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  7. Pass151,444 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    151,444 miles
    Test number
    225705346293
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail151,433 miles (+6,723)3 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,433 miles
    Test number
    240681882339
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass144,710 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    144,710 miles
    Test number
    568603878759
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail144,710 miles (+15,264)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,710 miles
    Test number
    309775011744
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass129,446 miles (+274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    129,446 miles
    Test number
    456644097403
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  12. Fail129,172 miles (+11,329)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,172 miles
    Test number
    151706638344
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and under body trays fitted obscuring view to some testable components
  13. Pass117,843 miles (+8,498)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    117,843 miles
    Test number
    192517429257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    109,345 miles
    Test number
    503943545222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail109,345 miles (+18,615)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,345 miles
    Test number
    238903776861
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
  16. Pass90,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    90,730 miles
    Test number
    596540874589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,730 miles (+20,146)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,730 miles
    Test number
    683225255400
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  18. Pass70,584 miles (+2,196)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,584 miles
    Test number
    208463915439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,388 miles (+10,789)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    68,388 miles
    Test number
    657757714399
    • NoteFront wipers smearing slightly
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn slighty on inner egde
  20. Pass57,599 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    57,599 miles
    Test number
    427376713460
    • 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
    • NoteEmissions..no result recorded..too clean
    • NoteLight wear to n/s f tyre edges
  21. Fail57,599 miles2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,599 miles
    Test number
    875192513339
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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
    • NoteEmissions..no result recorded..too clean
    • NoteLight wear to n/s f tyre edges

Questions about X23 SWN

Does X23 SWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 SWN is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on X23 SWN?
The MOT on X23 SWN is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X23 SWN done?
X23 SWN was recorded at 176,280 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 9,153 miles a year.
Has X23 SWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 SWN has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on X23 SWN 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 SWN find?
X23 SWN passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: central front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip.

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