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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

X46 BMRMOT history

X46 BMR is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Sept 2008. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2024 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 90,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2023.

X46 BMR grey 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 28 Sept 2024
Mileage
90,028 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2023
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X46 BMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X46 BMR was last recorded at 90,028 miles on 22 Sept 2023, 4,759 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,269 miles · 29 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
4,759 miles
Average per year
6,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 90,028 miles
  • 2022 – 85,269 miles
  • 2021 – 85,233 miles
  • 2020 – 75,754 miles
  • 2019 – 73,823 miles
  • 2018 – 66,644 miles
  • 2017 – 59,430 miles
  • 2016 – 55,016 miles
  • 2015 – 48,180 miles
  • 2014 – 39,711 miles
  • 2013 – 31,309 miles
  • 2012 – 19,113 miles
  • 2011 – 8,221 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,028 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear rear wheel has multiple weld repairs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear rear wheel has multiple weld repairs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fuel filler cap seal split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,028 miles (+4,759)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,028 miles
    Test number
    583341547088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass85,269 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,269 miles
    Test number
    276362441324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear wheel has multiple weld repairs
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear wheel has multiple weld repairs
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal split

  3. Fail85,266 miles (+33)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,266 miles
    Test number
    543384766226
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear wheel has multiple weld repairs
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear wheel has multiple weld repairs
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal split

  4. Fail85,233 miles (+9,479)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,233 miles
    Test number
    759428695443
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured fractured in multiple places around previous welding repairs (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass75,754 miles (+1,931)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,754 miles
    Test number
    694889256205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,823 miles
    Test number
    980342650676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail73,823 miles (+7,179)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,823 miles
    Test number
    969910925677
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass66,644 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    66,644 miles
    Test number
    726720324823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail66,625 miles (+7,195)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,625 miles
    Test number
    856017200461
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass59,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    59,430 miles
    Test number
    845709345993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail59,430 miles (+4,414)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,430 miles
    Test number
    632281995629
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre badly worn on inner edge

  12. Pass55,016 miles (+6,836)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    55,016 miles
    Test number
    459182700192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outside (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass48,180 miles (+8,469)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    48,180 miles
    Test number
    817515040995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,711 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    39,711 miles
    Test number
    327532164436
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edge

  15. Fail39,711 miles (+8,402)1 dangerous1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,711 miles
    Test number
    496882364242
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edge

  16. Pass31,309 miles (+12,196)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    31,309 miles
    Test number
    345971563494
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass19,113 miles (+10,892)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    19,113 miles
    Test number
    349044452469
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage tyre sidewalls.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low outer edges.
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre (not leaking).
    • NoteRear tyres wearing low inner edges.
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.
    • NoteStone cuts tyre treads.

  18. Pass8,221 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    8,221 miles
    Test number
    289736061262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail8,214 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,214 miles
    Test number
    538764561201
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about X46 BMR

Does X46 BMR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X46 BMR expired on 28 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X46 BMR?
The MOT on X46 BMR expired on 28 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X46 BMR done?
X46 BMR was recorded at 90,028 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2023, an average of 6,816 miles a year.
Has X46 BMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X46 BMR has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on X46 BMR 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 X46 BMR find?
X46 BMR passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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