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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,979 cc

X31 RWBMOT history

X31 RWB is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 70,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

X31 RWB black 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 Aug 2027
Mileage
70,980 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X31 RWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X31 RWB was last recorded at 70,980 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 6,202 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,778 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,202 miles
Average per year
3,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,980 miles
  • 2025 – 64,778 miles
  • 2024 – 57,885 miles
  • 2023 – 57,232 miles
  • 2022 – 55,295 miles
  • 2021 – 53,996 miles
  • 2020 – 53,226 miles
  • 2019 – 51,814 miles
  • 2018 – 50,678 miles
  • 2017 – 46,525 miles
  • 2016 – 42,484 miles
  • 2015 – 38,446 miles
  • 2014 – 34,960 miles
  • 2013 – 31,019 miles
  • 2012 – 28,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,980 miles
  • 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 corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Undertray not fully secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,980 miles (+6,202)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    70,980 miles
    Test number
    365044467735
    • 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 corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass64,778 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    64,778 miles
    Test number
    111498532703
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail64,754 miles (+6,869)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,754 miles
    Test number
    567719558401
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass57,885 miles (+653)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    57,885 miles
    Test number
    326155049432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,232 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    57,232 miles
    Test number
    567181770307
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail57,232 miles (+1,937)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,232 miles
    Test number
    711951067328
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
  7. Pass55,295 miles (+1,299)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    55,295 miles
    Test number
    673572482251
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass53,996 miles (+770)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    53,996 miles
    Test number
    607358541102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass53,226 miles (+1,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,226 miles
    Test number
    357006603008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass51,814 miles (+1,136)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    51,814 miles
    Test number
    148583823545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,678 miles (+4,153)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    50,678 miles
    Test number
    505881460551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass46,525 miles (+4,041)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,525 miles
    Test number
    593996178742
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass42,484 miles (+4,038)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    42,484 miles
    Test number
    943222906317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,446 miles (+3,486)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,446 miles
    Test number
    589263965151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,960 miles (+3,941)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,960 miles
    Test number
    246249064452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,019 miles (+2,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    31,019 miles
    Test number
    127374853136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass28,903 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    28,903 miles
    Test number
    718047422241
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about X31 RWB

Does X31 RWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X31 RWB is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X31 RWB?
The MOT on X31 RWB is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X31 RWB done?
X31 RWB was recorded at 70,980 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 3,014 miles a year.
Has X31 RWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X31 RWB has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on X31 RWB 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 X31 RWB find?
X31 RWB passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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