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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

X79 NDAMOT history

X79 NDA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 80,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

X79 NDA blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
80,126 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X79 NDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X79 NDA was last recorded at 80,126 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,099 miles · 5 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
3,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,126 miles
  • 2025 – 80,099 miles
  • 2024 – 74,865 miles
  • 2023 – 67,916 miles
  • 2022 – 59,953 miles
  • 2021 – 57,592 miles
  • 2020 – 53,364 miles
  • 2019 – 47,818 miles
  • 2018 – 43,098 miles
  • 2017 – 41,483 miles
  • 2016 – 39,465 miles
  • 2015 – 37,550 miles
  • 2014 – 35,787 miles
  • 2013 – 33,933 miles
  • 2012 – 31,527 miles
  • 2011 – 29,120 miles
  • 2010 – 26,992 miles
  • 2009 – 24,415 miles
  • 2008 – 21,808 miles
  • 2007 – 19,656 miles
  • 2006 – 16,958 miles
  • 2005 – 14,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,126 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel tank strap mounting points corroded n/s and o/s
  • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel arch liner damaged
  • AdvisoryO/s/f wheel arch liner damaged

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace asap

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,126 miles (+27)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    80,126 miles
    Test number
    515373957706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap mounting points corroded n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel arch liner damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wheel arch liner damaged

  2. Fail80,099 miles (+5,234)1 dangerous8 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,099 miles
    Test number
    858201582368
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fuel tank strap mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fuel tank strap mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel arch liner damaged and slightly loose
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wheel arch liner damaged and slightly loose

  3. Pass74,865 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,865 miles
    Test number
    934371300868
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail74,865 miles (+6,949)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,865 miles
    Test number
    245505453962
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass67,916 miles (+36)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,916 miles
    Test number
    898499650815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  6. Fail67,880 miles (+7,927)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,880 miles
    Test number
    367888572747
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all rear lights (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  7. Pass59,953 miles (+2,361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    59,953 miles
    Test number
    677377764392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass57,592 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    57,592 miles
    Test number
    643939343095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail57,574 miles (+4,210)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,574 miles
    Test number
    916869272077
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass53,364 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    53,364 miles
    Test number
    129467842465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail53,358 miles (+5,540)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,358 miles
    Test number
    268573610749
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL NEARSIDE FRONT SEAT MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Pass47,818 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    47,818 miles
    Test number
    581897288291
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail47,815 miles (+4,717)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,815 miles
    Test number
    368647932815
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass43,098 miles (+1,615)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    43,098 miles
    Test number
    522924973023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,483 miles (+2,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    41,483 miles
    Test number
    823597027072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass39,465 miles (+1,915)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    39,465 miles
    Test number
    214527057678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,550 miles (+1,763)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    37,550 miles
    Test number
    328969272938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass35,787 miles (+1,854)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    35,787 miles
    Test number
    285912504372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,933 miles (+2,406)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    33,933 miles
    Test number
    388865913344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,527 miles (+2,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    31,527 miles
    Test number
    415967002378
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    29,120 miles
    Test number
    755156301326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail29,120 miles (+2,128)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,120 miles
    Test number
    787346201350
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass26,992 miles (+2,577)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,992 miles
    Test number
    884062010337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,415 miles (+2,607)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,415 miles
    Test number
    682136309369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,808 miles (+2,152)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    21,808 miles
    Test number
    100993008325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyres worn on inside of tread above limitsday of test

  26. Pass19,656 miles (+2,698)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    19,656 miles
    Test number
    212333127374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass16,958 miles (+2,097)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,958 miles
    Test number
    762745506378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass14,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    14,861 miles
    Test number
    374091825399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X79 NDA

Does X79 NDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X79 NDA is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X79 NDA?
The MOT on X79 NDA is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X79 NDA done?
X79 NDA was recorded at 80,126 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 3,222 miles a year.
Has X79 NDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X79 NDA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on X79 NDA 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 X79 NDA find?
X79 NDA passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 11 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 8 more.

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