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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

X38 UYWMOT history

X38 UYW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 80,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

X38 UYW 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 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,695 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X38 UYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
26 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X38 UYW was last recorded at 80,695 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 1,194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,501 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,194 miles
Average per year
2,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,695 miles
  • 2025 – 79,501 miles
  • 2024 – 78,290 miles
  • 2023 – 77,421 miles
  • 2022 – 76,404 miles
  • 2021 – 75,537 miles
  • 2020 – 74,542 miles
  • 2019 – 71,423 miles
  • 2018 – 69,257 miles
  • 2017 – 68,388 miles
  • 2016 – 67,470 miles
  • 2015 – 62,381 miles
  • 2014 – 54,228 miles
  • 2013 – 49,608 miles
  • 2012 – 44,230 miles
  • 2011 – 40,282 miles
  • 2010 – 36,153 miles
  • 2009 – 33,118 miles
  • 2008 – 30,825 miles
  • 2007 – 28,457 miles
  • 2006 – 25,727 miles
  • 2005 – 23,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,695 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,695 miles (+1,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,695 miles
    Test number
    421848211511
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass79,501 miles (+1,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    79,501 miles
    Test number
    955061727985
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass78,290 miles (+869)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,290 miles
    Test number
    327790907402
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass77,421 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    77,421 miles
    Test number
    357953706676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail77,397 miles (+993)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,397 miles
    Test number
    805379603632
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))

  6. Pass76,404 miles (+867)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    76,404 miles
    Test number
    207613368893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,537 miles (+995)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    75,537 miles
    Test number
    862869058718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,542 miles (+3,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,542 miles
    Test number
    891935310821
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass71,423 miles (+2,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,423 miles
    Test number
    630978596775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass69,257 miles (+869)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    69,257 miles
    Test number
    396536557542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,388 miles (+918)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    68,388 miles
    Test number
    794544285558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,470 miles (+5,089)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,470 miles
    Test number
    317724387815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,381 miles (+8,153)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    62,381 miles
    Test number
    380977141709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,228 miles (+4,620)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,228 miles
    Test number
    508731784177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,608 miles
    Test number
    128430463243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,608 miles (+5,378)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,608 miles
    Test number
    926979253288
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass44,230 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,230 miles
    Test number
    597309022269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    40,282 miles
    Test number
    796084201319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail40,282 miles (+4,129)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,282 miles
    Test number
    426791701492
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass36,153 miles (+3,035)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,153 miles
    Test number
    440485400306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,118 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    33,118 miles
    Test number
    660469089273
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking/perishing rec new

  22. Fail33,118 miles (+2,293)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,118 miles
    Test number
    341678089451
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking/perishing rec new

  23. Pass30,825 miles (+2,368)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    30,825 miles
    Test number
    340769788259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,457 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,457 miles
    Test number
    741451987204
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass28,457 miles (+2,730)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,457 miles
    Test number
    982291687224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,727 miles
    Test number
    343765376475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail25,727 miles (+2,720)7 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,727 miles
    Test number
    444175076253
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  28. Pass23,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    23,007 miles
    Test number
    480722075209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail23,007 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,007 miles
    Test number
    861632975285
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about X38 UYW

Does X38 UYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X38 UYW is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X38 UYW?
The MOT on X38 UYW is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X38 UYW done?
X38 UYW was recorded at 80,695 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 2,750 miles a year.
Has X38 UYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X38 UYW has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on X38 UYW 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 UYW find?
X38 UYW passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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