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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

X47 XPMMOT history

X47 XPM is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 154,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

X47 XPM black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
154,647 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X47 XPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X47 XPM was last recorded at 154,647 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,647 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 154,647 miles
  • 2024 – 149,604 miles
  • 2023 – 143,034 miles
  • 2021 – 134,320 miles
  • 2019 – 127,958 miles
  • 2018 – 117,736 miles
  • 2017 – 107,332 miles
  • 2016 – 97,005 miles
  • 2015 – 91,463 miles
  • 2014 – 83,869 miles
  • 2013 – 76,695 miles
  • 2012 – 66,723 miles
  • 2011 – 58,746 miles
  • 2010 – 51,990 miles
  • 2009 – 46,021 miles
  • 2008 – 36,884 miles
  • 2007 – 30,566 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,647 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear All suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake wear warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine and gear box misty with oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,647 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    154,647 miles
    Test number
    935906631390
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail154,647 miles (+5,043)4 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,647 miles
    Test number
    756856330292
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass149,604 miles (+2)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    149,604 miles
    Test number
    829005858559
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine and gear box misty with oil
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  4. Fail149,602 miles (+6,568)3 dangerous6 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,602 miles
    Test number
    890667960937
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine and gear box misty with oil
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid leaking

  5. Pass143,034 miles3 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    143,034 miles
    Test number
    636025108036
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack block (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack block (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil strong (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. PassMileage not read3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    182983312676
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  7. Pass134,320 miles (+6,362)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    134,320 miles
    Test number
    514910718044
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  8. Pass127,958 miles (+10,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    127,958 miles
    Test number
    660041066030
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leaks

  9. Pass117,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    117,736 miles
    Test number
    771675242865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail117,736 miles (+10,404)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,736 miles
    Test number
    905530125208
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass107,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    107,332 miles
    Test number
    503355056758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail107,332 miles (+10,327)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,332 miles
    Test number
    309593976753
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass97,005 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    97,005 miles
    Test number
    448569450366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail97,003 miles (+5,540)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,003 miles
    Test number
    266089485840
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass91,463 miles (+7,594)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    91,463 miles
    Test number
    401548426529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,869 miles (+96)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    83,869 miles
    Test number
    356261464238
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount corroded and detached
    • NoteSlight corrosion to both rear metal brake pipes

  17. Fail83,773 miles (+7,078)1 dangerous1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,773 miles
    Test number
    329620464295
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount corroded and detached
    • NoteChild seat fitted to offside rear seat
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low on tread
    • NoteSlight corrosion to both rear metal brake pipes

  18. Fail76,695 miles3 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,695 miles
    Test number
    327837543268
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass76,695 miles (+9,972)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    76,695 miles
    Test number
    956677743231
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass66,723 miles (+7,977)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    66,723 miles
    Test number
    155741042265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail58,746 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,746 miles
    Test number
    507557931206
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass58,746 miles (+6,756)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,746 miles
    Test number
    988147331235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass51,990 miles (+5,969)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    51,990 miles
    Test number
    321529130457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,021 miles (+9,137)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    46,021 miles
    Test number
    340769339370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,884 miles (+6,318)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    36,884 miles
    Test number
    111145538227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    30,566 miles
    Test number
    904487147086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail30,566 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,566 miles
    Test number
    521177847002
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about X47 XPM

Does X47 XPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X47 XPM is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X47 XPM?
The MOT on X47 XPM is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X47 XPM done?
X47 XPM was recorded at 154,647 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 6,600 miles a year.
Has X47 XPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X47 XPM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on X47 XPM 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 X47 XPM find?
X47 XPM passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front coil spring corroded both, and 11 more.

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