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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

X30 DAFMOT history

X30 DAF is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 122,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

X30 DAF black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
122,566 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X30 DAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X30 DAF was last recorded at 122,566 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,383 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
183 miles
Average per year
9,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,566 miles
  • 2025 – 107,019 miles
  • 2024 – 98,939 miles
  • 2023 – 92,538 miles
  • 2022 – 77,657 miles
  • 2021 – 63,004 miles
  • 2020 – 55,970 miles
  • 2018 – 47,786 miles
  • 2017 – 44,327 miles
  • 2016 – 35,140 miles
  • 2015 – 24,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,566 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,566 miles (+183)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    122,566 miles
    Test number
    533911855211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail122,383 miles (+15,364)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,383 miles
    Test number
    304968547743
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass107,019 miles (+8,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    107,019 miles
    Test number
    473548426483
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass98,939 miles (+6,401)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    98,939 miles
    Test number
    949097558097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,538 miles (+14,881)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    92,538 miles
    Test number
    583191491696
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass77,657 miles (+14,653)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    77,657 miles
    Test number
    858346607221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass63,004 miles (+7,034)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    63,004 miles
    Test number
    601148522007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    55,970 miles
    Test number
    777030453695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail55,970 miles (+3,302)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,970 miles
    Test number
    838667325815
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass52,668 miles (+4,882)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    52,668 miles
    Test number
    475798182005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,786 miles (+3,459)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,786 miles
    Test number
    635071761754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,327 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    44,327 miles
    Test number
    494841811277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail44,325 miles (+9,185)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,325 miles
    Test number
    629030286033
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
  14. Pass35,140 miles (+11,050)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    35,140 miles
    Test number
    722395072887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    24,090 miles
    Test number
    197411760334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X30 DAF

Does X30 DAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X30 DAF is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X30 DAF?
The MOT on X30 DAF is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X30 DAF done?
X30 DAF was recorded at 122,566 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 9,436 miles a year.
Has X30 DAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X30 DAF has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X30 DAF 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 X30 DAF find?
X30 DAF passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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