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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,171 cc

X769 FGUMOT history

X769 FGU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 143,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2025.

X769 FGU silver 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 18 Apr 2026
Mileage
143,293 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X769 FGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
10 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X769 FGU was last recorded at 143,293 miles on 19 Apr 2025, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,248 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
4,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,293 miles
  • 2024 – 136,081 miles
  • 2022 – 135,948 miles
  • 2021 – 135,600 miles
  • 2020 – 135,176 miles
  • 2019 – 134,810 miles
  • 2018 – 134,243 miles
  • 2017 – 133,884 miles
  • 2016 – 133,153 miles
  • 2015 – 132,392 miles
  • 2014 – 131,273 miles
  • 2013 – 126,287 miles
  • 2012 – 117,407 miles
  • 2011 – 108,396 miles
  • 2010 – 99,844 miles
  • 2009 – 92,442 miles
  • 2008 – 83,895 miles
  • 2007 – 75,335 miles
  • 2006 – 66,160 miles
  • 2005 – 56,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,293 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront both shocks absorber's corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive heavily (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear both shocks absorber's corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,293 miles (+45)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    143,293 miles
    Test number
    291327695279
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both shocks absorber's corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive heavily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both shocks absorber's corroded
  2. Fail143,248 miles (+7,167)9 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,248 miles
    Test number
    250268193275
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both shocks absorber's corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear furrell clip missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive heavily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both shocks absorber's corroded
  3. Pass136,081 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    136,081 miles
    Test number
    239920440856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass135,948 miles (+348)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,948 miles
    Test number
    812404857746
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front\rear (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass135,600 miles (+424)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,600 miles
    Test number
    423268286542
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass135,176 miles (+366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,176 miles
    Test number
    537878875206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass134,810 miles (+567)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    134,810 miles
    Test number
    417639839093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass134,243 miles (+359)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    134,243 miles
    Test number
    694304008877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass133,884 miles (+731)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    133,884 miles
    Test number
    630886878925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,153 miles (+761)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    133,153 miles
    Test number
    850208649709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass132,392 miles (+1,119)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    132,392 miles
    Test number
    476412560131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass131,273 miles (+4,986)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    131,273 miles
    Test number
    919426354335
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake pads becoming low
  13. Pass126,287 miles (+8,880)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    126,287 miles
    Test number
    379643973403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,407 miles (+9,011)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    117,407 miles
    Test number
    268365872207
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine management light is on
  15. Pass108,396 miles (+8,552)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    108,396 miles
    Test number
    337286971417
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine light is on
    • NoteN/s/r driveshaft seal leaking
  16. Pass99,844 miles (+7,402)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    99,844 miles
    Test number
    384847770457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,442 miles (+8,547)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    92,442 miles
    Test number
    372111179497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,895 miles (+8,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    83,895 miles
    Test number
    611246668255
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass75,335 miles (+9,175)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    75,335 miles
    Test number
    973225577270
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting bracket cracked
  20. Pass66,160 miles (+9,372)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    66,160 miles
    Test number
    763932076221
    • NoteO/s rear tyre worn on inner tread.
  21. Pass56,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    56,788 miles
    Test number
    310356275433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,788 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,788 miles
    Test number
    451046275280
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about X769 FGU

Does X769 FGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X769 FGU expired on 18 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X769 FGU?
The MOT on X769 FGU expired on 18 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X769 FGU done?
X769 FGU was recorded at 143,293 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2025, an average of 4,426 miles a year.
Has X769 FGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X769 FGU has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on X769 FGU 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 X769 FGU find?
X769 FGU passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2025 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front both shocks absorber's corroded; oil leak, but not excessive heavily, and 3 more.

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