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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,926 cc

X39 DVCMOT history

X39 DVC is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 174,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2023.

X39 DVC blue 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 12 Feb 2024
Mileage
174,036 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,323 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X39 DVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X39 DVC was last recorded at 174,036 miles on 13 Feb 2023, 11,257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Jan 2012: 62,745 miles, lower than 67,736 miles on 25 Jan 2011.
  • 28 Jan 2022: 162,779 miles, lower than 182,498 miles on 1 Feb 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
162,779 miles · 28 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
11,257 miles
Average per year
7,323 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 174,036 miles
  • 2022 – 162,779 miles
  • 2021 – 182,498 miles
  • 2019 – 163,873 miles
  • 2018 – 152,263 miles
  • 2017 – 127,123 miles
  • 2016 – 106,078 miles
  • 2015 – 95,590 miles
  • 2014 – 88,901 miles
  • 2013 – 73,561 miles
  • 2012 – 62,745 miles
  • 2011 – 67,736 miles
  • 2010 – 56,895 miles
  • 2009 – 56,103 miles
  • 2008 – 54,664 miles
  • 2007 – 52,118 miles
  • 2006 – 48,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,036 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel slightly loose wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear both coil springs

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside & offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both nearside & offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Covers fitted obscuring some components .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,036 miles (+11,257)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    174,036 miles
    Test number
    662667199666
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel slightly loose wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both coil springs

  2. Pass162,779 miles (-19,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    162,779 miles
    Test number
    905258390243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass182,498 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    182,498 miles
    Test number
    639811697709
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both nearside & offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail182,471 miles (+18,598)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,471 miles
    Test number
    111315683469
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both nearside & offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass163,873 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    163,873 miles
    Test number
    626728094125
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components .
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail163,871 miles (+11,608)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,871 miles
    Test number
    509498381803
    • MajorFuel system component leaking From connection on the back of the engine fuel pump. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components .
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass152,263 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    152,263 miles
    Test number
    295865360668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Fail152,259 miles (+25,136)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,259 miles
    Test number
    671411048673
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass127,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    127,123 miles
    Test number
    142839558968
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail127,123 miles (+21,045)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,123 miles
    Test number
    264912205599
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass106,078 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    106,078 miles
    Test number
    731499005222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail106,078 miles (+10,488)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,078 miles
    Test number
    833419215651
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass95,590 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    95,590 miles
    Test number
    879968045028
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail95,590 miles (+6,689)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,590 miles
    Test number
    766437845000
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass88,901 miles (+15,340)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    88,901 miles
    Test number
    169938124425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass73,561 miles (+10,816)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    73,561 miles
    Test number
    247963333039
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  17. Pass62,745 miles (-4,991)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    62,745 miles
    Test number
    115944922063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,736 miles (+10,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,736 miles
    Test number
    368635121081
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass56,895 miles (+792)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    56,895 miles
    Test number
    572790120049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,103 miles (+1,439)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    56,103 miles
    Test number
    182193429469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,664 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,664 miles
    Test number
    852311738091
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail54,664 miles (+2,546)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,664 miles
    Test number
    661350538067
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass52,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    52,118 miles
    Test number
    583224807025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail52,118 miles (+3,347)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,118 miles
    Test number
    382973107037
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass48,771 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    48,771 miles
    Test number
    483136006090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail48,766 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,766 miles
    Test number
    100835506480
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about X39 DVC

Does X39 DVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X39 DVC expired on 12 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X39 DVC?
The MOT on X39 DVC expired on 12 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X39 DVC done?
X39 DVC was recorded at 174,036 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2023, an average of 7,323 miles a year.
Has X39 DVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X39 DVC has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on X39 DVC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 24 Jan 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X39 DVC find?
X39 DVC passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front body panel slightly loose wing; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around jacking point, and 5 more.

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