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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 2,926 cc

X76 XPHMOT history

X76 XPH is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 146,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

X76 XPH silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2025
Mileage
146,715 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X76 XPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

X76 XPH was last recorded at 146,715 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 6,298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,417 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
6,298 miles
Average per year
5,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,715 miles
  • 2024 – 140,417 miles
  • 2023 – 132,813 miles
  • 2022 – 125,279 miles
  • 2021 – 121,588 miles
  • 2020 – 119,342 miles
  • 2019 – 113,594 miles
  • 2018 – 104,747 miles
  • 2017 – 103,874 miles
  • 2015 – 102,715 miles
  • 2014 – 99,916 miles
  • 2013 – 95,258 miles
  • 2012 – 91,276 miles
  • 2011 – 85,956 miles
  • 2009 – 72,879 miles
  • 2008 – 57,906 miles
  • 2007 – 43,384 miles
  • 2006 – 37,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,715 miles
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both missing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged on side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front wheel has been welded but ok

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged on side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,715 miles (+6,298)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,715 miles
    Test number
    501051527606
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both missing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass140,417 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    140,417 miles
    Test number
    297021191541
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel has been welded but ok
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps not working but reg before 1st september 2009

  3. Fail140,397 miles (+134)2 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,397 miles
    Test number
    885589151660
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting missing bolt missing that holds to body (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel has been welded but ok
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps not working but reg before 1st september 2009

  4. Fail140,263 miles (+7,450)10 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,263 miles
    Test number
    242665482247
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing cap (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure rear bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch not working
    • AdvisoryReversing light not working

  5. Pass132,813 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    132,813 miles
    Test number
    665614412014
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail132,813 miles (+7,534)1 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,813 miles
    Test number
    181390517119
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass125,279 miles (+181)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    125,279 miles
    Test number
    507140119567
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded and offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and offside front inner and both perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear both covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight handbrake travel

  8. Fail125,098 miles (+3,510)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,098 miles
    Test number
    329012652334
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML does not illuminate
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass121,588 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    121,588 miles
    Test number
    892912250491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail121,588 miles (+2,246)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,588 miles
    Test number
    508214119120
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass119,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    119,342 miles
    Test number
    950124878127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail119,342 miles (+5,748)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,342 miles
    Test number
    427649979454
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  13. Pass113,594 miles (+8,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,594 miles
    Test number
    368509496103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass104,747 miles (+873)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    104,747 miles
    Test number
    668896812060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass103,874 miles (+1,159)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    103,874 miles
    Test number
    896805228714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,715 miles (+2,799)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    102,715 miles
    Test number
    158454355477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake wear warning light on

  17. Pass99,916 miles (+14)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    99,916 miles
    Test number
    866457754079
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail99,902 miles (+4,644)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,902 miles
    Test number
    786520834054
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail95,258 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,258 miles
    Test number
    545264343033
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass95,258 miles (+3,982)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    95,258 miles
    Test number
    769124843088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass91,276 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    91,276 miles
    Test number
    146743152058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing
    • NoteSlight play in front n/s & o/s lower suspension arm bushes & joints

  22. Fail91,276 miles (+5,320)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,276 miles
    Test number
    998161852023
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing
    • NoteSlight play in front n/s & o/s lower suspension arm bushes & joints

  23. Pass85,956 miles (+13,077)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    85,956 miles
    Test number
    985787641023
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

  24. Pass72,879 miles (+3,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    72,879 miles
    Test number
    192668569242
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass69,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    69,315 miles
    Test number
    710620039040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail69,315 miles (+11,409)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,315 miles
    Test number
    970770639017
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass57,906 miles (+14,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    57,906 miles
    Test number
    142920338480
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass43,384 miles (+6,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,384 miles
    Test number
    161481347012
    • 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)

  29. Pass37,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    37,017 miles
    Test number
    654722546014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X76 XPH

Does X76 XPH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X76 XPH expired on 21 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X76 XPH?
The MOT on X76 XPH expired on 21 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X76 XPH done?
X76 XPH was recorded at 146,715 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 5,571 miles a year.
Has X76 XPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X76 XPH has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X76 XPH 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 X76 XPH find?
X76 XPH failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 2 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside stop lamp(s) not working; registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both missing; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 3 more.

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