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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

X796 DNAMOT history

X796 DNA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 183,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

X796 DNA blue 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 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
183,917 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X796 DNA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X796 DNA was last recorded at 183,917 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 7,381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,536 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,381 miles
Average per year
6,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,917 miles
  • 2025 – 176,536 miles
  • 2024 – 170,655 miles
  • 2023 – 163,140 miles
  • 2022 – 155,896 miles
  • 2021 – 150,439 miles
  • 2020 – 143,659 miles
  • 2019 – 136,503 miles
  • 2018 – 136,171 miles
  • 2017 – 129,064 miles
  • 2016 – 121,940 miles
  • 2015 – 118,557 miles
  • 2014 – 112,528 miles
  • 2013 – 106,593 miles
  • 2012 – 91,839 miles
  • 2011 – 89,786 miles
  • 2010 – 83,179 miles
  • 2009 – 75,729 miles
  • 2008 – 67,616 miles
  • 2007 – 59,660 miles
  • 2006 – 52,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail183,917 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction light on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor . inner and outer sill area in several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor . inner and outer sill area in several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength all 4 jacking points corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on body work

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

35 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail183,917 miles (+7,381)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,917 miles
    Test number
    524094292663
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction light on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor . inner and outer sill area in several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor . inner and outer sill area in several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength all 4 jacking points corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on body work

  2. Pass176,536 miles (+5,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    176,536 miles
    Test number
    481141554179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass170,655 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    170,655 miles
    Test number
    300905996698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail170,648 miles (+7,508)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,648 miles
    Test number
    988412595177
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass163,140 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    163,140 miles
    Test number
    343824150503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail163,127 miles (+7,231)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,127 miles
    Test number
    354019273172
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass155,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    155,896 miles
    Test number
    550663438840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail155,896 miles (+5,457)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,896 miles
    Test number
    594180549625
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass150,439 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    150,439 miles
    Test number
    825495978090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail150,439 miles (+23)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,439 miles
    Test number
    100090305211
    • MajorNearside Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail150,416 miles (+6,757)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,416 miles
    Test number
    937782936365
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill corroded and holed at front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill corroded and holed front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavy surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect outer sill area both sides due top plastic covers

  12. Pass143,659 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    143,659 miles
    Test number
    192157272983
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Fail143,659 miles (+7,156)1 dangerous6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,659 miles
    Test number
    640190983594
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush both sides at front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake low effort
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill area both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

  14. Pass136,503 miles (+332)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    136,503 miles
    Test number
    787127157650
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear handbrake weak

  15. Pass136,171 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    136,171 miles
    Test number
    939416360797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Fail136,171 miles (+7,107)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,171 miles
    Test number
    881299140350
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass129,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    129,064 miles
    Test number
    605858340184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail129,064 miles (+7,124)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,064 miles
    Test number
    303766647989
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass121,940 miles (+3,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    121,940 miles
    Test number
    768274727709
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass118,557 miles (+2)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    118,557 miles
    Test number
    708273495047
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHeat shield adrift

  21. Fail118,555 miles (+6,027)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,555 miles
    Test number
    258861295037
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHeat shield adrift

  22. Pass112,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    112,528 miles
    Test number
    657173074026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail112,526 miles (+5,933)3 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,526 miles
    Test number
    266813874098
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass106,593 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    106,593 miles
    Test number
    778515593019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail106,592 miles (+14,753)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,592 miles
    Test number
    146332393406
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass91,839 miles (+2,053)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    91,839 miles
    Test number
    586550772023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass89,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    89,786 miles
    Test number
    238558301030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail89,786 miles (+6,607)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,786 miles
    Test number
    225687601072
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  29. Pass83,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    83,179 miles
    Test number
    743676630091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail83,179 miles (+7,450)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,179 miles
    Test number
    173666430059
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass75,729 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    630326239048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSmall bulge on n/s/f tyre sidewall

  32. Fail75,729 miles (+8,113)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    523236239092
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSmall bulge on n/s/f tyre sidewall

  33. Pass67,616 miles (+7,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    67,616 miles
    Test number
    851717238015
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  34. Pass59,660 miles (+7,378)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    59,660 miles
    Test number
    761867637094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass52,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    52,282 miles
    Test number
    371187816051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X796 DNA

Does X796 DNA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X796 DNA is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on X796 DNA?
The MOT on X796 DNA is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X796 DNA done?
X796 DNA was recorded at 183,917 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 6,340 miles a year.
Has X796 DNA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X796 DNA has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X796 DNA 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 X796 DNA find?
X796 DNA failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 10 major defects and 3 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction light on dash; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front, and 10 more.

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