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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

X799 VYJMOT history

X799 VYJ is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 111,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2025.

X799 VYJ white 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 20 Aug 2026
Mileage
111,333 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X799 VYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X799 VYJ was last recorded at 111,333 miles on 21 Aug 2025, 801 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,532 miles · 23 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
801 miles
Average per year
2,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,333 miles
  • 2024 – 110,532 miles
  • 2021 – 108,219 miles
  • 2020 – 108,197 miles
  • 2019 – 107,715 miles
  • 2018 – 107,710 miles
  • 2015 – 107,707 miles
  • 2014 – 103,307 miles
  • 2013 – 98,860 miles
  • 2012 – 94,961 miles
  • 2011 – 90,590 miles
  • 2010 – 85,219 miles
  • 2008 – 72,337 miles
  • 2007 – 68,242 miles
  • 2006 – 64,006 miles
  • 2005 – 54,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,333 miles
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear subframe noted
  • AdvisoryVehicle has hydro handbrake fitted

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,333 miles (+801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    111,333 miles
    Test number
    174086880695
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear subframe noted
    • AdvisoryVehicle has hydro handbrake fitted

  2. Pass110,532 miles (+2,313)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    110,532 miles
    Test number
    288816207750
    • MinorOffside 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass108,219 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    108,219 miles
    Test number
    564693574032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail108,218 miles (+21)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,218 miles
    Test number
    867832934558
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  5. Pass108,197 miles (+482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    108,197 miles
    Test number
    942753860604
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  6. Pass107,715 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    107,715 miles
    Test number
    484286503329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail107,710 miles (+3)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,710 miles
    Test number
    356935346154
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch taped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch taped
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStandard fitment seat belt missing rear seats and belts removed
    • AdvisoryBonnet scoops taped
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers weak

  8. Pass107,707 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    107,707 miles
    Test number
    301123631198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front non standard seat belts fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front non standard seat belts fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear passenger seat not fitted

  9. Fail107,704 miles (+7)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,704 miles
    Test number
    124872933348
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front non standard seat belts fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front non standard seat belts fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear passenger seat not fitted

  10. Fail107,697 miles (+4,390)3 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,697 miles
    Test number
    907396675183
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel tank damp

  11. Pass103,307 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    103,307 miles
    Test number
    139441054173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail103,280 miles (+4,420)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,280 miles
    Test number
    157348344159
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass98,860 miles (+3,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    98,860 miles
    Test number
    246688043483
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass94,961 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,961 miles
    Test number
    727456342161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres side walls damaged no cords exposed
    • NoteNearside rear tyre side wall damaged no cords exposed

  15. Fail94,961 miles (+4,371)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,961 miles
    Test number
    215445742453
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres side walls damaged no cords exposed
    • NoteNearside rear tyre side wall damaged no cords exposed

  16. Pass90,590 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    90,590 miles
    Test number
    546294171036
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail90,590 miles (+5,371)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,590 miles
    Test number
    136930771445
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/S Parking brake reduced effort recorded

  18. Pass85,219 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    85,219 miles
    Test number
    163237760432
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail85,219 miles (+31)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,219 miles
    Test number
    613587760001
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail85,188 miles (+12,851)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,188 miles
    Test number
    492640830022
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass72,337 miles (+4,095)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    72,337 miles
    Test number
    231863608399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,242 miles (+4,236)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    68,242 miles
    Test number
    671990997289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass64,006 miles (+9,835)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    64,006 miles
    Test number
    341840006383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,171 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    54,171 miles
    Test number
    361097995274
    • NoteFront brakes have 19% imbalance

Questions about X799 VYJ

Does X799 VYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X799 VYJ expired on 20 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X799 VYJ?
The MOT on X799 VYJ expired on 20 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X799 VYJ done?
X799 VYJ was recorded at 111,333 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2025, an average of 2,883 miles a year.
Has X799 VYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X799 VYJ has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on X799 VYJ 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 X799 VYJ find?
X799 VYJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: surface corrosion to rear subframe noted; vehicle has hydro handbrake fitted.

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