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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

A43 ALSMOT history

A43 ALS is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

A43 ALS black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
116,559 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A43 ALS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A43 ALS was last recorded at 116,559 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 9,159 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,400 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,159 miles
Average per year
7,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,559 miles
  • 2025 – 107,400 miles
  • 2024 – 97,216 miles
  • 2023 – 85,259 miles
  • 2022 – 71,816 miles
  • 2021 – 65,968 miles
  • 2020 – 60,072 miles
  • 2019 – 56,162 miles
  • 2018 – 48,950 miles
  • 2017 – 34,745 miles
  • 2016 – 26,007 miles
  • 2015 – 21,314 miles
  • 2014 – 17,506 miles
  • 2013 – 13,646 miles
  • 2012 – 10,239 miles
  • 2011 – 7,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,559 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Engine covers and undersheilds fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,559 miles (+9,159)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    116,559 miles
    Test number
    531005599872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass107,400 miles (+10,184)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    107,400 miles
    Test number
    742186485836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    97,216 miles
    Test number
    373466288078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail97,216 miles (+11,957)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,216 miles
    Test number
    222907910183
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass85,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    85,259 miles
    Test number
    282108410686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,259 miles (+13,443)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,259 miles
    Test number
    660287480409
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass71,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    71,816 miles
    Test number
    153734668928
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail71,816 miles (+5,848)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,816 miles
    Test number
    350294820638
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass65,968 miles (+5,896)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    65,968 miles
    Test number
    808552918622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,072 miles (+3,910)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    60,072 miles
    Test number
    624409169065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,162 miles (+7,212)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,162 miles
    Test number
    340426939684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,950 miles (+14,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    48,950 miles
    Test number
    744056817792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  13. Pass34,745 miles (+3,413)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    34,745 miles
    Test number
    796543929897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    31,332 miles
    Test number
    616420675926
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undersheilds fitted

  15. Fail31,332 miles (+5,325)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,332 miles
    Test number
    878342144159
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE EFFICENCY ONLY JUST OK 16%
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undersheilds fitted

  16. Pass26,007 miles (+4,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    26,007 miles
    Test number
    651735172209
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVERS FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDERSHEILDS FITTED

  17. Pass21,314 miles (+3,808)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    21,314 miles
    Test number
    149565665014
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass17,506 miles (+3,860)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    17,506 miles
    Test number
    525160684098
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass13,646 miles (+3,407)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    13,646 miles
    Test number
    386235283042
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass10,239 miles (+3,023)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    10,239 miles
    Test number
    166809572473
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass7,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    7,216 miles
    Test number
    709890871025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A43 ALS

Does A43 ALS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A43 ALS is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on A43 ALS?
The MOT on A43 ALS is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A43 ALS done?
A43 ALS was recorded at 116,559 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 7,031 miles a year.
Has A43 ALS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A43 ALS has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on A43 ALS 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 A43 ALS find?
A43 ALS passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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