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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

X442 BAEMOT history

X442 BAE is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 23 of 32 MOT tests, with 101,576 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

X442 BAE 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 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
101,576 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
23 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X442 BAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X442 BAE was last recorded at 101,576 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 5,594 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,982 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,594 miles
Average per year
3,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,576 miles
  • 2025 – 95,982 miles
  • 2024 – 94,545 miles
  • 2023 – 92,726 miles
  • 2022 – 89,232 miles
  • 2021 – 78,209 miles
  • 2020 – 72,926 miles
  • 2019 – 71,277 miles
  • 2018 – 68,118 miles
  • 2017 – 66,560 miles
  • 2016 – 64,950 miles
  • 2015 – 63,399 miles
  • 2014 – 61,705 miles
  • 2013 – 60,017 miles
  • 2012 – 58,394 miles
  • 2011 – 55,783 miles
  • 2010 – 53,491 miles
  • 2009 – 51,000 miles
  • 2008 – 47,888 miles
  • 2007 – 43,235 miles
  • 2006 – 39,842 miles
  • 2005 – 36,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,576 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear tyres worn on inner edges

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear tyre perished on outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both front tyres perished on outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,576 miles (+5,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    101,576 miles
    Test number
    995977482855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear tyres worn on inner edges

  2. Pass95,982 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    95,982 miles
    Test number
    700038184241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail95,929 miles (+1,384)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,929 miles
    Test number
    993466706716
    • DangerousBody component likely to become detached nearside bonnet grill insecure (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre has a cut in the tread base exposing the cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive oil leak at power steering pump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre bald and cracking on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre bald and cracking on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse lamp not working
    • AdvisoryEngine covers cover sills and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

  4. Pass94,545 miles (+1,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,545 miles
    Test number
    888997817377
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear shock absorbers shaft corroding and thin

  5. Pass92,726 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    92,726 miles
    Test number
    864238189579
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail92,697 miles (+3,465)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,697 miles
    Test number
    929712307075
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass89,232 miles (+11,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    89,232 miles
    Test number
    458089421537
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass78,209 miles (+5,283)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    78,209 miles
    Test number
    159740859022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,926 miles (+1,649)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,926 miles
    Test number
    726060824737
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe slightly corroded & has been greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe slightly corroded & has been greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside suspension spring lower coils corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass71,277 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,277 miles
    Test number
    873836281826
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail71,277 miles (+926)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,277 miles
    Test number
    738178519508
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass70,351 miles (+2,233)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2020
    Odometer
    70,351 miles
    Test number
    569758323561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,118 miles (+1,558)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,118 miles
    Test number
    853062944104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    66,560 miles
    Test number
    118513215995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,560 miles (+1,610)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,560 miles
    Test number
    167064138112
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass64,950 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,950 miles
    Test number
    249722781440
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished on outer sidewall

  17. Fail64,950 miles (+1,551)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,950 miles
    Test number
    858932468276
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished on outer sidewall

  18. Pass63,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    63,399 miles
    Test number
    957706605188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail63,399 miles (+1,694)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,399 miles
    Test number
    967436005103
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  20. Pass61,705 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    61,705 miles
    Test number
    315910104132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perrished
    • NoteOffside front tyre perrished
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perrished

  21. Fail61,705 miles (+1,688)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,705 miles
    Test number
    907150304191
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perrished
    • NoteOffside front tyre perrished
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perrished

  22. Pass60,017 miles (+1,623)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    60,017 miles
    Test number
    216288493065
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll four tyres perished

  23. Pass58,394 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    58,394 miles
    Test number
    235267402146
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Fail58,394 miles (+2,611)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,394 miles
    Test number
    265467402107
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass55,783 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,783 miles
    Test number
    696338301131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,491 miles (+2,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,491 miles
    Test number
    164580330192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass51,000 miles (+3,112)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    51,000 miles
    Test number
    112458329106
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear indicators faded

  28. Pass47,888 miles (+4,653)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,888 miles
    Test number
    423275438112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass43,235 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    43,235 miles
    Test number
    804730737142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail43,231 miles (+3,389)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,231 miles
    Test number
    522979027193
    • FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass39,842 miles (+3,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,842 miles
    Test number
    183251436104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  32. Pass36,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2006
    Odometer
    36,546 miles
    Test number
    332020245180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X442 BAE

Does X442 BAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X442 BAE is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X442 BAE?
The MOT on X442 BAE is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X442 BAE done?
X442 BAE was recorded at 101,576 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 3,042 miles a year.
Has X442 BAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X442 BAE has failed 9 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X442 BAE 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 X442 BAE find?
X442 BAE passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside and nearside rear tyres worn on inner edges.

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