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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

X3 RMSMOT history

X3 RMS is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 128,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

X3 RMS silver 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 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
128,525 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 RMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 RMS was last recorded at 128,525 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 1,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,624 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,901 miles
Average per year
3,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,525 miles
  • 2025 – 126,624 miles
  • 2024 – 125,195 miles
  • 2023 – 123,744 miles
  • 2022 – 122,097 miles
  • 2021 – 119,773 miles
  • 2020 – 118,192 miles
  • 2019 – 116,707 miles
  • 2018 – 114,451 miles
  • 2017 – 112,046 miles
  • 2016 – 110,025 miles
  • 2015 – 107,382 miles
  • 2014 – 104,751 miles
  • 2012 – 99,044 miles
  • 2011 – 95,291 miles
  • 2010 – 90,647 miles
  • 2009 – 84,978 miles
  • 2008 – 77,859 miles
  • 2007 – 71,095 miles
  • 2006 – 63,134 miles
  • 2005 – 57,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,525 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Under-trays and engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,525 miles (+1,901)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    128,525 miles
    Test number
    850191693675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass126,624 miles (+1,429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    126,624 miles
    Test number
    682961564043
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,195 miles (+1,451)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    125,195 miles
    Test number
    705941319492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,744 miles (+1,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    123,744 miles
    Test number
    213975593930
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,097 miles (+2,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    122,097 miles
    Test number
    565232929209
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass119,773 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    119,773 miles
    Test number
    321102240243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass118,192 miles (+1,485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,192 miles
    Test number
    865142746991
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,707 miles (+2,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    116,707 miles
    Test number
    529618684418
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  9. Pass114,451 miles (+2,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    114,451 miles
    Test number
    773285139335
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray and engine cover fitted

  10. Pass112,046 miles (+2,021)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    112,046 miles
    Test number
    666130553245
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted

  11. Pass110,025 miles (+2,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,025 miles
    Test number
    808782214279
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted

  12. Pass107,382 miles (+2,631)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    107,382 miles
    Test number
    631355849910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,751 miles (+5,707)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    104,751 miles
    Test number
    365559954267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  14. Pass99,044 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    99,044 miles
    Test number
    357962672250
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner edges

  15. Fail99,044 miles (+3,753)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,044 miles
    Test number
    395872572424
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner edges

  16. Pass95,291 miles (+4,644)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    95,291 miles
    Test number
    688888171221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteSligyt water damage to both number plates

  17. Pass90,647 miles (+5,669)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    90,647 miles
    Test number
    300577380407
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight water damage to rear number plate

  18. Pass84,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    84,978 miles
    Test number
    782739989273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail84,978 miles (+7,119)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,978 miles
    Test number
    924657189272
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass77,859 miles (+6,764)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    77,859 miles
    Test number
    174279488226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,095 miles (+7,961)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    71,095 miles
    Test number
    361125687470
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight water ingress into rear number plate

  22. Pass63,134 miles (+5,147)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    63,134 miles
    Test number
    940951396299
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteSlight damage to front no plate

  23. Pass57,987 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    57,987 miles
    Test number
    383646485225
    • NoteChips in windscreen

Questions about X3 RMS

Does X3 RMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 RMS is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 RMS?
The MOT on X3 RMS is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 RMS done?
X3 RMS was recorded at 128,525 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 3,384 miles a year.
Has X3 RMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 RMS has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2012.
Has the mileage on X3 RMS 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 RMS find?
X3 RMS passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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