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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,171 cc

X54 SOEMOT history

X54 SOE is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 177,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

X54 SOE 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 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
177,988 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X54 SOE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X54 SOE was last recorded at 177,988 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,982 miles · 29 May 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,988 miles
  • 2025 – 177,978 miles
  • 2024 – 177,687 miles
  • 2021 – 174,555 miles
  • 2019 – 171,213 miles
  • 2018 – 165,992 miles
  • 2017 – 153,994 miles
  • 2016 – 140,307 miles
  • 2015 – 121,718 miles
  • 2014 – 110,457 miles
  • 2013 – 103,974 miles
  • 2012 – 96,837 miles
  • 2011 – 84,959 miles
  • 2009 – 82,288 miles
  • 2008 – 73,125 miles
  • 2007 – 60,587 miles
  • 2006 – 49,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,988 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,988 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    177,988 miles
    Test number
    642221004364
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail177,982 miles (+4)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,982 miles
    Test number
    392202847115
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Floor excessively deteriorated both (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Floor excessively deteriorated both (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail177,978 miles (+291)1 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,978 miles
    Test number
    101547494694
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded CENTER (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass177,687 miles (+3,132)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    177,687 miles
    Test number
    301512028725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass174,555 miles (+3,342)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    174,555 miles
    Test number
    654757331638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass171,213 miles (+5,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    171,213 miles
    Test number
    972961828808
    • AdvisoryRear under body and suspension components have slight surface corrosion

  7. Pass165,992 miles (+11,998)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    165,992 miles
    Test number
    643216735476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass153,994 miles (+13,687)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    153,994 miles
    Test number
    860701292221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass140,307 miles (+18,589)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    140,307 miles
    Test number
    539043227397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    121,718 miles
    Test number
    838191908443
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  11. Fail121,718 miles (+11,261)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,718 miles
    Test number
    938762784660
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe inadequately clipped Front to rear (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  12. Pass110,457 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    110,457 miles
    Test number
    706791714309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail110,457 miles (+6,483)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,457 miles
    Test number
    795651314324
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass103,974 miles (+7,137)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    103,974 miles
    Test number
    998738603384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,837 miles (+5,296)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    96,837 miles
    Test number
    208503642381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  16. Pass91,541 miles (+6,582)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    91,541 miles
    Test number
    387860732080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass84,959 miles (+2,671)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    84,959 miles
    Test number
    349799311099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,288 miles (+4,153)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    82,288 miles
    Test number
    602273259369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,135 miles (+5,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    78,135 miles
    Test number
    263289119069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass73,125 miles (+12,538)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    73,125 miles
    Test number
    494801928029
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipes corroded
    • NotePlastic skirts fitted
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f wheel
    • NoteUnder trays fitted

  21. Pass60,587 miles (+11,475)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    60,587 miles
    Test number
    183273627405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWashers & wipers weak operation

  22. Pass49,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    49,112 miles
    Test number
    533845826040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,112 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,112 miles
    Test number
    670895626047
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about X54 SOE

Does X54 SOE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X54 SOE is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X54 SOE?
The MOT on X54 SOE is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X54 SOE done?
X54 SOE was recorded at 177,988 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 6,330 miles a year.
Has X54 SOE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X54 SOE has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X54 SOE 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 X54 SOE find?
X54 SOE passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: fuel tank slightly loose; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both.

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