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BMW X3

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

121 CUFMOT history

121 CUF is a grey diesel BMW X3 first used on 20 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 89,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

121 CUF grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
89,696 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
121 CUF
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

121 CUF was last recorded at 89,696 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,695 miles · 27 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,696 miles
  • 2025 – 84,608 miles
  • 2024 – 78,951 miles
  • 2023 – 71,334 miles
  • 2022 – 65,880 miles
  • 2021 – 58,023 miles
  • 2020 – 52,062 miles
  • 2019 – 48,618 miles
  • 2018 – 43,792 miles
  • 2017 – 37,420 miles
  • 2015 – 26,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,696 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Both front tyres wearing heavily on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,696 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    89,696 miles
    Test number
    477435952183
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail89,695 miles (+5,087)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,695 miles
    Test number
    540836884747
    • MajorNearside Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass84,608 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    84,608 miles
    Test number
    592148494279
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail84,608 miles (+5,657)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,608 miles
    Test number
    109622619143
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/45 R19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass78,951 miles (+7,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    78,951 miles
    Test number
    790886561194
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass71,334 miles (+5,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    71,334 miles
    Test number
    287702132435
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  7. Pass65,880 miles (+7,857)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    65,880 miles
    Test number
    767832738661
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both/slight wear on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
  8. Pass58,023 miles (+5,961)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    58,023 miles
    Test number
    487546316970
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass52,062 miles (+3,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    52,062 miles
    Test number
    794376016661
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
  10. Pass48,618 miles (+4,826)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    48,618 miles
    Test number
    362862120651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,792 miles (+6,372)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    43,792 miles
    Test number
    929537043590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,420 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    37,420 miles
    Test number
    834836619082
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing heavily on edges
  13. Fail37,420 miles (+11,235)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,420 miles
    Test number
    198953954410
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage headlamp (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing heavily on edges
  14. Pass26,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    26,185 miles
    Test number
    884671604558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail26,185 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,185 miles
    Test number
    927936397854
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about 121 CUF

What vehicle is registration 121 CUF currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 121 CUF on a grey diesel BMW X3 first used on 20 Dec 2012. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 121 CUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 121 CUF is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 121 CUF?
The MOT on 121 CUF is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 121 CUF done?
121 CUF was recorded at 89,696 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 6,259 miles a year.
Has 121 CUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 121 CUF has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on 121 CUF 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 121 CUF find?
121 CUF passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear coil spring corroded both.

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