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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

X72 CGMMOT history

X72 CGM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 168,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2022.

X72 CGM blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2023
Mileage
168,005 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2022
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X72 CGM
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
11 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X72 CGM was last recorded at 168,005 miles on 26 Feb 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,004 miles · 25 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 168,005 miles
  • 2020 – 165,243 miles
  • 2019 – 160,700 miles
  • 2018 – 157,718 miles
  • 2017 – 155,915 miles
  • 2016 – 152,831 miles
  • 2015 – 146,176 miles
  • 2014 – 132,666 miles
  • 2013 – 121,944 miles
  • 2012 – 109,550 miles
  • 2011 – 98,990 miles
  • 2010 – 88,465 miles
  • 2009 – 78,730 miles
  • 2008 – 71,744 miles
  • 2007 – 67,069 miles
  • 2006 – 61,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,005 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside reverse lens missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,005 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    168,005 miles
    Test number
    940404296383
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  2. Fail168,004 miles (+2,761)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,004 miles
    Test number
    584312202041
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  3. Pass165,243 miles (+63)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    165,243 miles
    Test number
    312488085779
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  4. Fail165,180 miles (+4,480)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,180 miles
    Test number
    798860951726
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  5. Pass160,700 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    160,700 miles
    Test number
    631531809161
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail160,700 miles (+2,982)2 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,700 miles
    Test number
    608376371652
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by sidelight (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass157,718 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    157,718 miles
    Test number
    707431116075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear reversing lamp cover/lens missing

  8. Fail157,718 miles (+1,803)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,718 miles
    Test number
    176364309823
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps all rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear reversing lamp cover/lens missing

  9. Pass155,915 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    155,915 miles
    Test number
    324322637714
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside grille missing from front of bonnet

  10. Fail155,915 miles (+3,084)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,915 miles
    Test number
    528724096791
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside grille missing from front of bonnet

  11. Pass152,831 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    152,831 miles
    Test number
    636805512798
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber weeping fluid
    • AdvisoryRear diff mounting bushes heavily worn with play but non testable item

  12. Fail152,829 miles (+6,653)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,829 miles
    Test number
    173604331167
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber weeping fluid
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear diff mounting bushes heavily worn with play but non testable item

  13. Pass146,176 miles (+208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    146,176 miles
    Test number
    935201385666
    • AdvisoryDriver's outer door handle stiff in operation

  14. Fail145,968 miles (+13,302)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,968 miles
    Test number
    735575453211
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass132,666 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    132,666 miles
    Test number
    525762564264
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine hesitates slightly on pulling away
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteEngine oil level found to be low on pre-checks - topped up to correct level
    • NoteNumber plate lamp assembly/boot release handle partially insecure/broken clips

  16. Fail132,666 miles (+10,722)3 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,666 miles
    Test number
    738152564201
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine hesitates slightly on pulling away
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteEngine oil level found to be low on pre-checks - topped up to correct level
    • NoteNumber plate lamp assembly/boot release handle partially insecure/broken clips

  17. Pass121,944 miles (+31)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    121,944 miles
    Test number
    519410473259
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteBoth rar tyres worn on inside edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre perrished on outer sidewall
    • NoteOil and coolant leaks from engine
    • NoteRear brake lights both sides corroded
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen

  18. Fail121,913 miles (+12,363)4 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,913 miles
    Test number
    999648263242
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteBoth rar tyres worn on inside edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre perrished on outer sidewall
    • NoteOil and coolant leaks from engine
    • NoteRear brake lights both sides corroded
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen

  19. Fail109,550 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,550 miles
    Test number
    257142862281
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass109,550 miles (+10,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    109,550 miles
    Test number
    308332162244
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass98,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    98,990 miles
    Test number
    146619561252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail98,990 miles (+10,525)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,990 miles
    Test number
    995849561284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass88,465 miles (+223)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    88,465 miles
    Test number
    220001260223
    • NoteBoot handle loose
    • NoteHeadlamps flicker at 5sec interval... ecc fault?
    • NoteNsf sidewall damaged

  24. Fail88,242 miles (+9,512)1 failure3 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,242 miles
    Test number
    811784350294
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoot handle loose
    • NoteHeadlamps flicker at 5sec interval... ecc fault?
    • NoteNsf sidewall damaged

  25. Pass78,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    78,730 miles
    Test number
    760722579287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail78,730 miles (+6,986)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,730 miles
    Test number
    954822779254
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass71,744 miles (+4,675)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    71,744 miles
    Test number
    221174578272
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damaged

  28. Pass67,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    67,069 miles
    Test number
    863858567213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Fail67,069 miles (+6,016)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,069 miles
    Test number
    764147067206
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass61,053 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    61,053 miles
    Test number
    840749766218
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X72 CGM

Does X72 CGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X72 CGM expired on 25 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X72 CGM?
The MOT on X72 CGM expired on 25 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X72 CGM done?
X72 CGM was recorded at 168,005 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2022, an average of 6,936 miles a year.
Has X72 CGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X72 CGM has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on X72 CGM 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 X72 CGM find?
X72 CGM passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2022 with 3 advisories: front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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