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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

X797 FGUMOT history

X797 FGU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 85,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

X797 FGU 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 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
85,821 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X797 FGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
22 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X797 FGU was last recorded at 85,821 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 2,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
83,256 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,565 miles
Average per year
2,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,821 miles
  • 2025 – 83,256 miles
  • 2024 – 80,523 miles
  • 2023 – 78,963 miles
  • 2022 – 77,926 miles
  • 2021 – 76,555 miles
  • 2020 – 75,237 miles
  • 2019 – 72,910 miles
  • 2018 – 68,526 miles
  • 2017 – 64,642 miles
  • 2016 – 60,245 miles
  • 2015 – 55,766 miles
  • 2014 – 51,852 miles
  • 2013 – 47,229 miles
  • 2012 – 44,775 miles
  • 2011 – 42,358 miles
  • 2010 – 40,060 miles
  • 2009 – 36,727 miles
  • 2008 – 33,608 miles
  • 2007 – 30,528 miles
  • 2006 – 27,009 miles
  • 2005 – 23,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,821 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,821 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    85,821 miles
    Test number
    491799896554
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible.

  2. Fail85,821 miles (+2,565)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,821 miles
    Test number
    813927584254
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected ABS Wire. (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected ABS wire. (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible.

  3. Pass83,256 miles (+2,733)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    83,256 miles
    Test number
    429332668706
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible

  4. Pass80,523 miles (+1,560)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    80,523 miles
    Test number
    287485631231
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking

  5. Pass78,963 miles (+1,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,963 miles
    Test number
    289202490552
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass77,926 miles (+1,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,926 miles
    Test number
    696339072218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass76,555 miles (+1,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,555 miles
    Test number
    599130825448
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass75,237 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,237 miles
    Test number
    554339022568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail75,237 miles (+2,327)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,237 miles
    Test number
    581631743440
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass72,910 miles (+4,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,910 miles
    Test number
    827864037285
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass68,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,526 miles
    Test number
    915601483197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,526 miles (+3,884)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,526 miles
    Test number
    249862259032
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass64,642 miles (+4,397)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,642 miles
    Test number
    415245690631
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass60,245 miles (+4,479)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    60,245 miles
    Test number
    582834846590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,766 miles (+3,914)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,766 miles
    Test number
    430161126080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,852 miles (+4,623)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,852 miles
    Test number
    807993854250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,229 miles (+2,454)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,229 miles
    Test number
    387472063240
    • NoteAll 4 tyres starting to perish and crack

  18. Pass44,775 miles (+2,417)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,775 miles
    Test number
    318489142211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,358 miles (+2,298)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    42,358 miles
    Test number
    508563441204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,060 miles (+3,333)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,060 miles
    Test number
    501341350271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,727 miles (+3,119)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    36,727 miles
    Test number
    943187449225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,608 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    33,608 miles
    Test number
    230122358264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,528 miles (+3,519)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    30,528 miles
    Test number
    830115157274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,009 miles (+3,403)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,009 miles
    Test number
    704695536230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,606 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    23,606 miles
    Test number
    361375155282
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES AND O/S/F TREADS WORN LOW

Questions about X797 FGU

Does X797 FGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X797 FGU is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X797 FGU?
The MOT on X797 FGU is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X797 FGU done?
X797 FGU was recorded at 85,821 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 2,962 miles a year.
Has X797 FGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X797 FGU has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X797 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 X797 FGU find?
X797 FGU passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: plastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible..

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