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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 3,000 cc

X38 DSHMOT history

X38 DSH is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 206,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2024.

X38 DSH silver 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 16 Sept 2025
Mileage
206,702 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X38 DSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X38 DSH was last recorded at 206,702 miles on 17 Sept 2024, 32,624 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,078 miles · 16 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
32,624 miles
Average per year
7,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 206,702 miles
  • 2021 – 174,078 miles
  • 2020 – 172,590 miles
  • 2019 – 158,033 miles
  • 2018 – 147,296 miles
  • 2017 – 142,271 miles
  • 2015 – 142,126 miles
  • 2013 – 134,166 miles
  • 2012 – 125,008 miles
  • 2011 – 122,442 miles
  • 2010 – 119,514 miles
  • 2009 – 108,828 miles
  • 2008 – 94,950 miles
  • 2007 – 80,913 miles
  • 2006 – 63,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,702 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,702 miles (+32,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    206,702 miles
    Test number
    564731588887
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass174,078 miles (+1,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    174,078 miles
    Test number
    672148621681
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass172,590 miles (+14,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    172,590 miles
    Test number
    921922070608
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass158,033 miles (+10,737)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    158,033 miles
    Test number
    405413843536
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass147,296 miles (+5,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    147,296 miles
    Test number
    963249456536
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  6. Pass142,271 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    142,271 miles
    Test number
    908040888678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass142,126 miles (+7,960)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    142,126 miles
    Test number
    468728425190
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass134,166 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    134,166 miles
    Test number
    766476723323
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail134,166 miles (+9,158)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,166 miles
    Test number
    386007313351
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass125,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    125,008 miles
    Test number
    776416422300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,008 miles (+2,566)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,008 miles
    Test number
    495486322489
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass122,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    122,442 miles
    Test number
    706728791270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail122,442 miles (+623)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,442 miles
    Test number
    759117281232
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Fail121,819 miles (+2,305)12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,819 miles
    Test number
    309788471425
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass119,514 miles (+10,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    119,514 miles
    Test number
    910206740243
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass108,828 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    108,828 miles
    Test number
    854498059219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail108,815 miles (+13,865)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,815 miles
    Test number
    154604759283
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  18. Pass94,950 miles (+14,037)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    94,950 miles
    Test number
    703655758213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,913 miles (+17,169)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    80,913 miles
    Test number
    393931337467
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass63,744 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    63,744 miles
    Test number
    184495936249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,573 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,573 miles
    Test number
    891780336265
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about X38 DSH

Does X38 DSH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X38 DSH expired on 16 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X38 DSH?
The MOT on X38 DSH expired on 16 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X38 DSH done?
X38 DSH was recorded at 206,702 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2024, an average of 7,915 miles a year.
Has X38 DSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X38 DSH has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2013.
Has the mileage on X38 DSH 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 X38 DSH find?
X38 DSH passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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