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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

X26 HOBMOT history

X26 HOB is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Sept 2012. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 137,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2025.

X26 HOB black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2026
Mileage
137,273 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X26 HOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X26 HOB was last recorded at 137,273 miles on 16 Sept 2025, 8,732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,541 miles · 29 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
8,732 miles
Average per year
8,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,273 miles
  • 2024 – 128,541 miles
  • 2023 – 121,893 miles
  • 2022 – 115,930 miles
  • 2021 – 110,981 miles
  • 2020 – 108,239 miles
  • 2019 – 100,631 miles
  • 2018 – 89,506 miles
  • 2017 – 80,208 miles
  • 2016 – 69,261 miles
  • 2015 – 56,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,273 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Front shock absorber dust cover split

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front shock absorber dust cover split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,273 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    137,273 miles
    Test number
    665518456444
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail137,273 miles (+8,732)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,273 miles
    Test number
    697135532735
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass128,541 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    128,541 miles
    Test number
    334073608581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play back arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail128,539 miles (+6,646)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,539 miles
    Test number
    674472077259
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play back arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,893 miles (+5,963)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    121,893 miles
    Test number
    554293207320
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mill (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mill (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass115,930 miles (+262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    115,930 miles
    Test number
    135035527722
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber dust cover loose

  7. Fail115,668 miles (+4,687)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,668 miles
    Test number
    844350112499
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber dust cover loose

  8. Pass110,981 miles (+2,742)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    110,981 miles
    Test number
    252973331689
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber bump stop loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock aborber dust cover split

  9. Pass108,239 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    108,239 miles
    Test number
    879903075442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber dust cover split

  10. Fail108,230 miles (+7,599)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,230 miles
    Test number
    708667480424
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryTyre warning light on

  11. Pass100,631 miles (+11,125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    100,631 miles
    Test number
    982537975854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shockabsorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shockabsorber bump stop split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shockabsorber dust cover split

  12. Pass89,506 miles (+9,298)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    89,506 miles
    Test number
    948057370988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,208 miles (+10,947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,208 miles
    Test number
    418543611193
    • AdvisoryFront Front wiper blades starting to smear windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front NSF lower suspension thrust arm bush has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear NSR tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear OSR tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass69,261 miles (+13,058)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,261 miles
    Test number
    579388674494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,203 miles
    Test number
    248631396185
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

Questions about X26 HOB

Does X26 HOB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X26 HOB expired on 15 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X26 HOB?
The MOT on X26 HOB expired on 15 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X26 HOB done?
X26 HOB was recorded at 137,273 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2025, an average of 8,044 miles a year.
Has X26 HOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X26 HOB has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on X26 HOB 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 X26 HOB find?
X26 HOB passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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