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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

X26 LAJMOT history

X26 LAJ is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Dec 2015. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 127,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

X26 LAJ 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 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
127,852 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X26 LAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
29 Dec 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X26 LAJ was last recorded at 127,852 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 84 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,768 miles · 9 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
84 miles
Average per year
9,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,852 miles
  • 2025 – 116,390 miles
  • 2024 – 100,453 miles
  • 2023 – 89,025 miles
  • 2022 – 77,232 miles
  • 2021 – 65,583 miles
  • 2020 – 63,389 miles
  • 2019 – 55,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,852 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryO/s of car has bodywork damageRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPad light illumiated but pads okayRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 17 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,852 miles (+84)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    127,852 miles
    Test number
    308563522400
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s of car has bodywork damage
    • AdvisoryPad light illumiated but pads okay

  2. Fail127,768 miles (+11,378)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,768 miles
    Test number
    409100064961
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s of car has bodywork damage
    • AdvisoryPad light illumiated but pads okay

  3. Pass116,390 miles (+2,241)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    116,390 miles
    Test number
    215950793906
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Dog seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Offside Bodywork damage
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail114,149 miles (+13,696)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,149 miles
    Test number
    662049855045
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Bodywork damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass100,453 miles (+11,428)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    100,453 miles
    Test number
    564488346835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,025 miles (+11,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    89,025 miles
    Test number
    317334505313
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  7. Pass77,232 miles (+11,649)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    77,232 miles
    Test number
    118451991706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,583 miles (+2,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    65,583 miles
    Test number
    719655008160
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass63,389 miles (+7,519)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    63,389 miles
    Test number
    436853625431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,870 miles
    Test number
    788132207949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X26 LAJ

Does X26 LAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X26 LAJ is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X26 LAJ?
The MOT on X26 LAJ is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X26 LAJ done?
X26 LAJ was recorded at 127,852 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 9,613 miles a year.
Has X26 LAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X26 LAJ has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X26 LAJ 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 LAJ find?
X26 LAJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: central rear lower registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; o/s of car has bodywork damage; pad light illumiated but pads okay.

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