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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

X789 OJXMOT history

X789 OJX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 117,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

X789 OJX silver 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 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
117,348 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X789 OJX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X789 OJX was last recorded at 117,348 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 5,385 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,963 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,385 miles
Average per year
2,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,348 miles
  • 2025 – 111,963 miles
  • 2024 – 109,861 miles
  • 2023 – 107,068 miles
  • 2022 – 105,340 miles
  • 2011 – 102,449 miles
  • 2010 – 82,399 miles
  • 2008 – 76,149 miles
  • 2006 – 58,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,348 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,348 miles (+5,385)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    117,348 miles
    Test number
    955643332336
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass111,963 miles (+2,102)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,963 miles
    Test number
    555888661493
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass109,861 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    109,861 miles
    Test number
    233017294131
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail109,861 miles (+2,793)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,861 miles
    Test number
    236983187506
    • Repaired at testDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass107,068 miles (+1,728)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    107,068 miles
    Test number
    384381584141
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coverd in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass105,340 miles (+2,891)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    105,340 miles
    Test number
    932467029941
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail102,449 miles (+2,391)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,449 miles
    Test number
    488563271235
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteAdvisories/ rear suspension arm bushes worn/ exhaust rubbers poor condition/ coil springs corroded/ pad warning light on/ traction control light on/ n\s\r seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted/ o\s\f roll bar drop link boot split

  8. Fail100,058 miles (+17,659)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,058 miles
    Test number
    236584721273
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth suspension arm rear bushes worn
    • NoteBrake pad light on
    • NoteCoil springs corroded
    • NoteExhaust rubbers very poor

  9. Pass82,399 miles (+40)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    82,399 miles
    Test number
    891591810297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted
    • NoteN/s front tyre outer edge worn

  10. Fail82,359 miles (+6,210)12 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,359 miles
    Test number
    123494650109
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  11. Pass76,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    76,149 miles
    Test number
    120738288050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,149 miles (+17,175)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,149 miles
    Test number
    333058388012
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass58,974 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,974 miles
    Test number
    164497676259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,944 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,944 miles
    Test number
    944004166295
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

Questions about X789 OJX

Does X789 OJX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X789 OJX is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X789 OJX?
The MOT on X789 OJX is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X789 OJX done?
X789 OJX was recorded at 117,348 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 2,944 miles a year.
Has X789 OJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X789 OJX has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on X789 OJX 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 X789 OJX find?
X789 OJX passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive engine; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush perished; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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