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BMW 3 Series

Yellow · Petrol · 2000 · 2,500 cc

X768 VAFMOT history

X768 VAF is a yellow petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 103,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

X768 VAF yellow 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 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
103,015 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X768 VAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X768 VAF was last recorded at 103,015 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,014 miles · 15 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,015 miles
  • 2025 – 102,089 miles
  • 2024 – 99,380 miles
  • 2023 – 95,696 miles
  • 2020 – 94,100 miles
  • 2019 – 92,885 miles
  • 2018 – 90,276 miles
  • 2017 – 87,253 miles
  • 2016 – 84,568 miles
  • 2015 – 81,267 miles
  • 2014 – 77,936 miles
  • 2013 – 73,846 miles
  • 2012 – 70,889 miles
  • 2011 – 67,204 miles
  • 2010 – 63,616 miles
  • 2009 – 59,957 miles
  • 2008 – 54,522 miles
  • 2007 – 44,047 miles
  • 2006 – 32,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,015 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,015 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    103,015 miles
    Test number
    647603334855
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail103,014 miles (+925)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,014 miles
    Test number
    699303892409
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass102,089 miles (+2,709)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    102,089 miles
    Test number
    529883440829
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass99,380 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    99,380 miles
    Test number
    140161705951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail99,360 miles (+3,664)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,360 miles
    Test number
    416332957723
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,696 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    95,696 miles
    Test number
    614845910581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass94,100 miles (+1,215)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    94,100 miles
    Test number
    623869602251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,885 miles (+2,609)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    92,885 miles
    Test number
    102979495378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,276 miles (+3,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    90,276 miles
    Test number
    339241793041
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded main x2 (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass87,253 miles (+2,685)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    87,253 miles
    Test number
    536527818410
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing

  11. Pass84,568 miles (+3,301)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    84,568 miles
    Test number
    890833208405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass81,267 miles (+3,331)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    81,267 miles
    Test number
    227372455038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perishing

  13. Pass77,936 miles (+4,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,936 miles
    Test number
    866072154025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  14. Pass73,846 miles (+2,957)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,846 miles
    Test number
    755395043036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,889 miles (+3,685)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,889 miles
    Test number
    226662862004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,204 miles (+3,588)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,204 miles
    Test number
    658928141060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,616 miles (+3,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    63,616 miles
    Test number
    310841060056
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass59,957 miles (+5,435)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,957 miles
    Test number
    123120359004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,522 miles (+10,475)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,522 miles
    Test number
    112555048476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,047 miles (+11,708)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,047 miles
    Test number
    120514457050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass32,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,339 miles
    Test number
    520825066073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X768 VAF

Does X768 VAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X768 VAF is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X768 VAF?
The MOT on X768 VAF is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X768 VAF done?
X768 VAF was recorded at 103,015 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 3,528 miles a year.
Has X768 VAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X768 VAF has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X768 VAF 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 X768 VAF find?
X768 VAF passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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