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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

X3 DCNMOT history

X3 DCN is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Jan 2009. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 196,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2022.

X3 DCN 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 29 Mar 2023
Mileage
196,129 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 DCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 DCN was last recorded at 196,129 miles on 30 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,129 miles · 28 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 196,129 miles
  • 2021 – 187,262 miles
  • 2020 – 182,342 miles
  • 2019 – 176,317 miles
  • 2018 – 170,791 miles
  • 2017 – 164,512 miles
  • 2016 – 153,220 miles
  • 2015 – 150,466 miles
  • 2014 – 142,943 miles
  • 2013 – 134,669 miles
  • 2011 – 123,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,129 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    196,129 miles
    Test number
    696448371482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail196,129 miles (+8,867)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,129 miles
    Test number
    572922464375
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass187,262 miles (+4,920)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    187,262 miles
    Test number
    326670785341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass182,342 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    182,342 miles
    Test number
    334646939931
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail182,342 miles (+6,025)2 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,342 miles
    Test number
    259600796909
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass176,317 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    176,317 miles
    Test number
    251615189554
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail176,317 miles (+5,526)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,317 miles
    Test number
    382119616687
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass170,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    170,791 miles
    Test number
    148233110625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail170,791 miles (+6,279)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,791 miles
    Test number
    718467575406
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass164,512 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    164,512 miles
    Test number
    740717345293
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail164,512 miles (+11,292)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,512 miles
    Test number
    805651365214
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass153,220 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    153,220 miles
    Test number
    563602649078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail153,183 miles (+2,717)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,183 miles
    Test number
    643792110245
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass150,466 miles (+7,523)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    150,466 miles
    Test number
    135994215078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass142,943 miles (+8,274)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    142,943 miles
    Test number
    125357714081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass134,669 miles (+11,505)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    134,669 miles
    Test number
    846509403038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass123,164 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    123,164 miles
    Test number
    397868641374
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about X3 DCN

Does X3 DCN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X3 DCN expired on 29 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X3 DCN?
The MOT on X3 DCN expired on 29 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X3 DCN done?
X3 DCN was recorded at 196,129 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2022, an average of 7,090 miles a year.
Has X3 DCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 DCN has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on X3 DCN 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 X3 DCN find?
X3 DCN passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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