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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

X30 WADMOT history

X30 WAD is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,022 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

X30 WAD grey 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 15 May 2027
Mileage
113,022 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X30 WAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X30 WAD was last recorded at 113,022 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,140 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
882 miles
Average per year
4,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,022 miles
  • 2025 – 112,140 miles
  • 2024 – 109,790 miles
  • 2023 – 106,380 miles
  • 2022 – 104,415 miles
  • 2021 – 102,344 miles
  • 2020 – 100,727 miles
  • 2019 – 97,124 miles
  • 2018 – 91,388 miles
  • 2017 – 84,726 miles
  • 2015 – 82,138 miles
  • 2014 – 74,786 miles
  • 2013 – 68,434 miles
  • 2012 – 62,384 miles
  • 2011 – 56,043 miles
  • 2010 – 48,863 miles
  • 2009 – 41,618 miles
  • 2008 – 33,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,022 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,022 miles (+882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    113,022 miles
    Test number
    134023197897
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  2. Pass112,140 miles (+2,350)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    112,140 miles
    Test number
    248240014250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,790 miles (+3,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    109,790 miles
    Test number
    653402233000
    • AdvisoryAreas of corrosion to both under body and suspension components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,380 miles (+1,965)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,380 miles
    Test number
    410239143957
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySeveral areas of surface corrosion to under body.

  5. Pass104,415 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,415 miles
    Test number
    299037595780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail104,415 miles (+27)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,415 miles
    Test number
    530822275361
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail104,388 miles (+2,044)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,388 miles
    Test number
    420751945634
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass102,344 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,344 miles
    Test number
    734302130416
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail102,344 miles (+1,617)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,344 miles
    Test number
    782898370154
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass100,727 miles (+3,603)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    100,727 miles
    Test number
    779013831212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,124 miles (+5,736)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,124 miles
    Test number
    590714466981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,388 miles (+6,662)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,388 miles
    Test number
    185482314484
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker stems slightly corroded and shrouds insecure
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to rear subframe

  13. Pass84,726 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    84,726 miles
    Test number
    268275068411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,709 miles (+2,571)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,709 miles
    Test number
    363490505917
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass82,138 miles (+7,352)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    82,138 miles
    Test number
    656263745156
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront discs weathered
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn

  16. Pass74,786 miles (+6,352)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    74,786 miles
    Test number
    137885934169
    • NoteBoth sides front lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorating
    • NoteN /s rear shock absorber cover broken
    • NoteNot able to fully inspect outer sills due to plastic covers
    • NoteOil leak on gear box
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating
    • NoteSigns of corrosion to both sides rear inner brake pipes and centre brake pipe at rear

  17. Pass68,434 miles (+6,050)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,434 miles
    Test number
    907487533187
    • NoteBoth sides front suspension arm rear bushes showing signs of deterioration
    • NoteNot able to inspect outer sills due to plastic ,covers

  18. Pass62,384 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,384 miles
    Test number
    676545442184
    • NoteNot able able to fully inspect sills due to plastic covers
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating
    • NoteSigns of corrosion to centre brake pipes at rear nr fuel tank

  19. Fail62,384 miles (+6,341)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,384 miles
    Test number
    879894542167
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNot able able to fully inspect sills due to plastic covers
    • NoteRear brake pads appear worn
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating
    • NoteSigns of corrosion to centre brake pipes at rear nr fuel tank

  20. Pass56,043 miles (+7,180)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    56,043 miles
    Test number
    548954541160
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edge

  21. Pass48,863 miles (+7,245)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,863 miles
    Test number
    271562040100
    • NoteNot able to inspect sills due to plastic covers

  22. Pass41,618 miles (+7,741)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,618 miles
    Test number
    612596549166
    • NoteSmall nail in o/s rear tyre

  23. Pass33,877 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    33,877 miles
    Test number
    454810248123
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Questions about X30 WAD

Does X30 WAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X30 WAD is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X30 WAD?
The MOT on X30 WAD is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X30 WAD done?
X30 WAD was recorded at 113,022 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 4,414 miles a year.
Has X30 WAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X30 WAD has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on X30 WAD 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 WAD find?
X30 WAD passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: engine covers fitted.

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