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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

X63 XLJMOT history

X63 XLJ is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 169,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

X63 XLJ red 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 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
169,516 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X63 XLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
8 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X63 XLJ was last recorded at 169,516 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 4,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,960 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,556 miles
Average per year
6,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 169,516 miles
  • 2024 – 164,960 miles
  • 2023 – 158,989 miles
  • 2022 – 152,860 miles
  • 2021 – 146,281 miles
  • 2020 – 141,495 miles
  • 2019 – 136,410 miles
  • 2018 – 126,852 miles
  • 2017 – 119,226 miles
  • 2016 – 110,439 miles
  • 2015 – 101,340 miles
  • 2014 – 95,397 miles
  • 2013 – 91,686 miles
  • 2012 – 86,632 miles
  • 2011 – 81,769 miles
  • 2010 – 71,850 miles
  • 2009 – 66,818 miles
  • 2008 – 62,030 miles
  • 2007 – 57,513 miles
  • 2006 – 47,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,516 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to rear before connection for offside corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside jacking point areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Side repeater slightly discoloured o/s & n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,516 miles (+4,556)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    169,516 miles
    Test number
    252215658277
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to rear before connection for offside corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside jacking point areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass164,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    164,960 miles
    Test number
    383390997560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail164,960 miles (+5,971)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,960 miles
    Test number
    429512233919
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass158,989 miles21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    158,989 miles
    Test number
    179936299643
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill slightly corroded jacking point area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg slightly corroded around coil spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill slightly corroded jacking point area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top shock mount bush slightly worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg slightly corroded around coil spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  5. Fail158,989 miles (+6,129)1 repaired21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,989 miles
    Test number
    187117663426
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill slightly corroded jacking point area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg slightly corroded around coil spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill slightly corroded jacking point area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top shock mount bush slightly worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg slightly corroded around coil spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  6. Pass152,860 miles (+6,579)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    152,860 miles
    Test number
    304170834433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass146,281 miles (+4,786)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    146,281 miles
    Test number
    781528261097
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner and outer edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn and overall condition wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  8. Pass141,495 miles (+5,085)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,495 miles
    Test number
    657814593750
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge very slightly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge very slightly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  9. Pass136,410 miles (+71)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    136,410 miles
    Test number
    797448083196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured o/s & n/s (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail136,339 miles (+9,487)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,339 miles
    Test number
    868800933696
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured o/s & n/s (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass126,852 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    126,852 miles
    Test number
    878879776292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail126,840 miles (+7,614)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,840 miles
    Test number
    727261075678
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated o/s & n/s cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass119,226 miles (+153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    119,226 miles
    Test number
    870390571475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail119,073 miles (+8,634)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,073 miles
    Test number
    953890698555
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass110,439 miles (+9,099)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    110,439 miles
    Test number
    557416352763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass101,340 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    101,340 miles
    Test number
    510240569495
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  17. Fail101,339 miles (+5,942)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,339 miles
    Test number
    726519982276
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  18. Pass95,397 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    95,397 miles
    Test number
    265523134315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail95,396 miles (+3,710)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,396 miles
    Test number
    438212834388
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass91,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    91,686 miles
    Test number
    815267433317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail91,686 miles (+5,054)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,686 miles
    Test number
    333646003404
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass86,632 miles (+4,863)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    86,632 miles
    Test number
    997558432363
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front discs worn
    • NoteBoth rear discs worn

  23. Pass81,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    81,769 miles
    Test number
    425142941394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail81,769 miles (+9,919)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,769 miles
    Test number
    445732241387
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass71,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,850 miles
    Test number
    181554270438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail71,849 miles (+5,031)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,849 miles
    Test number
    900324070089
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass66,818 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    66,818 miles
    Test number
    234509969069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail66,817 miles (+4,787)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,817 miles
    Test number
    621428469080
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass62,030 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    62,030 miles
    Test number
    273301178077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail62,029 miles (+4,516)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,029 miles
    Test number
    481610278027
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass57,513 miles (+10,053)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,513 miles
    Test number
    310542777084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass47,460 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,460 miles
    Test number
    344382366041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail47,456 miles6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,456 miles
    Test number
    434441366036
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about X63 XLJ

Does X63 XLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X63 XLJ is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X63 XLJ?
The MOT on X63 XLJ is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X63 XLJ done?
X63 XLJ was recorded at 169,516 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 6,196 miles a year.
Has X63 XLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X63 XLJ has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X63 XLJ 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 X63 XLJ find?
X63 XLJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside hazy; front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside lower arm rear bushes; offside rear inner brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to rear before connection for offside corroded, and 2 more.

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