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BMW 3 Series

Gold · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

X801 XLJMOT history

X801 XLJ is a gold petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 39,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

X801 XLJ gold BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
39,339 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X801 XLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X801 XLJ was last recorded at 39,339 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,339 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,339 miles
  • 2025 – 38,504 miles
  • 2023 – 38,290 miles
  • 2022 – 37,616 miles
  • 2021 – 35,301 miles
  • 2020 – 34,298 miles
  • 2019 – 32,982 miles
  • 2018 – 32,372 miles
  • 2017 – 31,779 miles
  • 2016 – 31,505 miles
  • 2015 – 31,232 miles
  • 2014 – 30,764 miles
  • 2013 – 30,122 miles
  • 2012 – 29,475 miles
  • 2011 – 28,889 miles
  • 2010 – 28,511 miles
  • 2009 – 27,633 miles
  • 2008 – 26,577 miles
  • 2007 – 24,718 miles
  • 2006 – 22,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,339 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,339 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    39,339 miles
    Test number
    350696078800
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bush (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))
  2. Fail39,339 miles (+835)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,339 miles
    Test number
    530583415569
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bush (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. Pass38,504 miles (+214)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    38,504 miles
    Test number
    586537584524
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive bottom of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass38,290 miles (+674)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    38,290 miles
    Test number
    108810685449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass37,616 miles (+2,315)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2023
    Odometer
    37,616 miles
    Test number
    785433053152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass35,301 miles (+1,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2022
    Odometer
    35,301 miles
    Test number
    104397125613
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  7. Pass34,298 miles (+1,316)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2021
    Odometer
    34,298 miles
    Test number
    203533529341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass32,982 miles (+610)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    32,982 miles
    Test number
    972465553237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir cap seal (2.1.5 (a))
  9. Pass32,372 miles (+593)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    32,372 miles
    Test number
    326619644821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,779 miles (+274)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    31,779 miles
    Test number
    584228807150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,505 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,505 miles
    Test number
    928425058168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,232 miles (+468)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    31,232 miles
    Test number
    145899965468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass30,764 miles (+642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    30,764 miles
    Test number
    288340484089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass30,122 miles (+647)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,122 miles
    Test number
    327854563089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass29,475 miles (+586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,475 miles
    Test number
    216756562037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass28,889 miles (+378)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,889 miles
    Test number
    425989151082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail28,511 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,511 miles
    Test number
    444130060008
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  18. Pass28,511 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    28,511 miles
    Test number
    744960260079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,633 miles (+1,056)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,633 miles
    Test number
    622963669003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,577 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    26,577 miles
    Test number
    241039558032
    • NoteCoolant concentration is slightly weak.(-23) replacement next service.
    • NoteFront lower arm bushes are perished and starting to split recomend replacement. ok at time of test.
    • NoteFront wiper blades are not clearing very well. ok at time of test.recomend replacement.
  21. Fail26,577 miles (+1,859)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,577 miles
    Test number
    123659558495
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCoolant concentration is slightly weak.(-23) replacement next service.
    • NoteFront lower arm bushes are perished and starting to split recomend replacement. ok at time of test.
    • NoteFront wiper blades are not clearing very well. ok at time of test.recomend replacement.
  22. Pass24,718 miles (+2,012)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    24,718 miles
    Test number
    781324447086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,706 miles
    Test number
    861094626013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X801 XLJ

Does X801 XLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X801 XLJ is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X801 XLJ?
The MOT on X801 XLJ is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X801 XLJ done?
X801 XLJ was recorded at 39,339 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 828 miles a year.
Has X801 XLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X801 XLJ has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X801 XLJ 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 X801 XLJ find?
X801 XLJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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