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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

X61 BJBMOT history

X61 BJB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 133,414 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2021.

X61 BJB blue 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 23 Nov 2022
Mileage
133,414 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2021
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X61 BJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

X61 BJB was last recorded at 133,414 miles on 24 Nov 2021, 2,993 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,421 miles · 21 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
2,993 miles
Average per year
5,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 133,414 miles
  • 2020 – 130,421 miles
  • 2017 – 124,586 miles
  • 2016 – 110,305 miles
  • 2014 – 96,752 miles
  • 2013 – 95,425 miles
  • 2012 – 92,438 miles
  • 2011 – 86,574 miles
  • 2010 – 82,415 miles
  • 2009 – 77,202 miles
  • 2008 – 70,296 miles
  • 2007 – 63,271 miles
  • 2006 – 56,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,414 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,414 miles (+2,993)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    133,414 miles
    Test number
    952883888144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass130,421 miles (+5,835)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    130,421 miles
    Test number
    600251202565
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass124,586 miles (+95)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    124,586 miles
    Test number
    700191215822
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  4. Fail124,491 miles (+14,186)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,491 miles
    Test number
    661941617362
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  5. Pass110,305 miles (+22)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    110,305 miles
    Test number
    925324182028
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil shock absorber cover is loose/detached! advise replacement (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail110,283 miles (+13,531)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,283 miles
    Test number
    149056595767
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil shock absorber cover is loose/detached! advise replacement (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass96,752 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    96,752 miles
    Test number
    495902844382
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Fail96,739 miles (+1,314)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,739 miles
    Test number
    758499934387
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass95,425 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    95,425 miles
    Test number
    208223843323
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail95,416 miles (+2,978)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,416 miles
    Test number
    495560343407
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass92,438 miles (+5,864)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,438 miles
    Test number
    246423632332
    • AdvisoryCentre Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass86,574 miles (+4,159)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    86,574 miles
    Test number
    119573441397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,415 miles (+5,213)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    82,415 miles
    Test number
    284082740326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust gearbox bracket cracked

  14. Pass77,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    77,202 miles
    Test number
    160200239302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,201 miles (+6,905)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,201 miles
    Test number
    134860839341
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass70,296 miles (+7,025)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    70,296 miles
    Test number
    591546518361
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteNearside rear parking effort low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre getting low
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear brake pipes very rusty

  17. Pass63,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    63,271 miles
    Test number
    840491377294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,271 miles (+6,882)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,271 miles
    Test number
    332134767491
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear brake metal pipes rusty
    • NoteOffside front tyre close to limit

  19. Pass56,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    56,389 miles
    Test number
    300227646448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X61 BJB

Does X61 BJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X61 BJB expired on 23 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X61 BJB?
The MOT on X61 BJB expired on 23 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X61 BJB done?
X61 BJB was recorded at 133,414 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2021, an average of 5,060 miles a year.
Has X61 BJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X61 BJB has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2017.
Has the mileage on X61 BJB 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 X61 BJB find?
X61 BJB passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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