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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

X453 ENMMOT history

X453 ENM is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 107,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

X453 ENM green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
107,080 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X453 ENM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X453 ENM was last recorded at 107,080 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 6,227 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,853 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,227 miles
Average per year
2,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,080 miles
  • 2025 – 100,853 miles
  • 2024 – 95,827 miles
  • 2023 – 92,313 miles
  • 2022 – 90,584 miles
  • 2021 – 90,192 miles
  • 2020 – 90,173 miles
  • 2019 – 87,762 miles
  • 2018 – 85,226 miles
  • 2017 – 85,226 miles
  • 2016 – 82,501 miles
  • 2015 – 80,983 miles
  • 2014 – 78,114 miles
  • 2013 – 74,265 miles
  • 2012 – 70,919 miles
  • 2011 – 67,786 miles
  • 2010 – 65,715 miles
  • 2009 – 63,139 miles
  • 2008 – 59,751 miles
  • 2006 – 52,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,080 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive sump nut (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated safety catch not working.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,080 miles (+6,227)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    107,080 miles
    Test number
    999103259111
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive sump nut (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass100,853 miles (+5,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    100,853 miles
    Test number
    125240893949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,827 miles (+3,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    95,827 miles
    Test number
    559669951179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass92,313 miles (+1,729)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    92,313 miles
    Test number
    701451429328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,584 miles (+392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    90,584 miles
    Test number
    725813822165
    • AdvisorySill covers and under trays fitted

  6. Pass90,192 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    90,192 miles
    Test number
    974405313808
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  7. Fail90,191 miles (+18)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,191 miles
    Test number
    992301105822
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  8. Fail90,173 miles (+2,411)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,173 miles
    Test number
    279466938673
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass87,762 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    87,762 miles
    Test number
    302702420769
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated safety catch not working. (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brakes drag slightly.
    • AdvisoryBoth os tyres perishing.
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid rather dark, recommend change.
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer at middle and cat rattles, may have broken up internally.
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm rear bushes slightly weak.
    • AdvisoryGearbox to exhaust hanger corroded through.
    • AdvisoryNsr inner tail light cracked.
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroding in places and covered with grease or similar.

  10. Fail87,762 miles (+2,536)2 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,762 miles
    Test number
    278395517788
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated safety catch not working. (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brakes drag slightly.
    • AdvisoryBoth os tyres perishing.
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid rather dark, recommend change.
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer at middle and cat rattles, may have broken up internally.
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm rear bushes slightly weak.
    • AdvisoryGearbox to exhaust hanger corroded through.
    • AdvisoryNsr inner tail light cracked.
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroding in places and covered with grease or similar.

  11. Pass85,226 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    85,226 miles
    Test number
    966510438473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket broken, but system still supported

  12. Fail85,226 miles (+2,725)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,226 miles
    Test number
    136466639697
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust support bracket broken but system still secure

  13. Pass82,501 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    82,501 miles
    Test number
    924316157116
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket broken but system is still secure

  14. Fail82,499 miles (+1,516)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,499 miles
    Test number
    344086271133
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket broken but system is still secure

  15. Pass80,983 miles (+2,869)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    80,983 miles
    Test number
    285246625464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine light on

  16. Pass78,114 miles (+3,849)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    78,114 miles
    Test number
    569587124160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBrakes pipes greased
    • NoteEngine management light is on
    • NoteExhaust bracket is broken but system is still secure

  17. Pass74,265 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    74,265 miles
    Test number
    367622823182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail74,185 miles (+3,266)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,185 miles
    Test number
    175414493019
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteExhaust bracket broken but system still secure
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked

  19. Pass70,919 miles (+3,133)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,919 miles
    Test number
    568792302109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,786 miles (+2,071)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    67,786 miles
    Test number
    848862791038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,715 miles (+2,576)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,715 miles
    Test number
    314407690086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass63,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,139 miles
    Test number
    692634539041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail63,139 miles (+3,388)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,139 miles
    Test number
    854684839067
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  24. Pass59,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    59,751 miles
    Test number
    460595348062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail59,751 miles (+7,254)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,751 miles
    Test number
    462715348019
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass52,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    52,497 miles
    Test number
    654003436214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X453 ENM

Does X453 ENM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X453 ENM is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X453 ENM?
The MOT on X453 ENM is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X453 ENM done?
X453 ENM was recorded at 107,080 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 2,731 miles a year.
Has X453 ENM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X453 ENM has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on X453 ENM 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 X453 ENM find?
X453 ENM passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front lower exhaust mounting defective; offside front lower oil leak, but not excessive sump nut; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking.

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