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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,926 cc

X61 GCRMOT history

X61 GCR is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 112,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2023.

X61 GCR 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 16 Mar 2024
Mileage
112,539 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2023
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X61 GCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X61 GCR was last recorded at 112,539 miles on 17 Mar 2023, 1,595 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,944 miles · 31 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
1,595 miles
Average per year
4,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 112,539 miles
  • 2020 – 110,944 miles
  • 2019 – 100,903 miles
  • 2018 – 93,222 miles
  • 2017 – 84,580 miles
  • 2016 – 75,717 miles
  • 2015 – 70,973 miles
  • 2014 – 60,168 miles
  • 2013 – 50,023 miles
  • 2012 – 47,595 miles
  • 2011 – 46,304 miles
  • 2010 – 44,521 miles
  • 2009 – 43,435 miles
  • 2008 – 41,463 miles
  • 2007 – 38,664 miles
  • 2006 – 36,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,539 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear multiple (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner sills rear arches
  • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

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 Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,539 miles (+1,595)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,539 miles
    Test number
    564140663346
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear multiple (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner sills rear arches
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

  2. Pass110,944 miles (+10,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,944 miles
    Test number
    636200781287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,903 miles (+7,681)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,903 miles
    Test number
    686520116744
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff has a slight oil leak

  4. Pass93,222 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,222 miles
    Test number
    547152817163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

  5. Fail93,222 miles (+8,642)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,222 miles
    Test number
    883831856628
    • FailureFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

  6. Pass84,580 miles (+8,863)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,580 miles
    Test number
    352304230275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,717 miles (+4,744)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    75,717 miles
    Test number
    648351952456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,973 miles (+10,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,973 miles
    Test number
    947541105170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass60,168 miles (+10,145)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,168 miles
    Test number
    498744594075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,023 miles (+2,428)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,023 miles
    Test number
    436203203120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,595 miles (+1,291)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,595 miles
    Test number
    476675932298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass46,304 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,304 miles
    Test number
    888280031268
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded

  13. Fail46,304 miles (+1,783)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,304 miles
    Test number
    168240031290
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded

  14. Pass44,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    44,521 miles
    Test number
    913547730250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,521 miles (+1,086)1 failure3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,521 miles
    Test number
    104546830258
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass43,435 miles (+1,972)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    43,435 miles
    Test number
    640166149281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,463 miles (+2,799)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,463 miles
    Test number
    732570248217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,664 miles (+2,569)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,664 miles
    Test number
    260902447240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass36,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,095 miles
    Test number
    361022746432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X61 GCR

Does X61 GCR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X61 GCR expired on 16 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X61 GCR?
The MOT on X61 GCR expired on 16 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X61 GCR done?
X61 GCR was recorded at 112,539 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2023, an average of 4,620 miles a year.
Has X61 GCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X61 GCR has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on X61 GCR 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 GCR find?
X61 GCR passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear multiple; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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