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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

BF 111MOT history

BF 111 is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 24 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 52,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

BF 111 black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
52,596 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
BF 111
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

BF 111 was last recorded at 52,596 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 1,041 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,555 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,041 miles
Average per year
2,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,596 miles
  • 2025 – 51,555 miles
  • 2024 – 49,889 miles
  • 2023 – 48,869 miles
  • 2022 – 47,651 miles
  • 2021 – 46,294 miles
  • 2020 – 44,130 miles
  • 2019 – 42,402 miles
  • 2018 – 40,478 miles
  • 2017 – 38,600 miles
  • 2016 – 36,924 miles
  • 2015 – 33,915 miles
  • 2014 – 29,726 miles
  • 2013 – 27,041 miles
  • 2012 – 24,729 miles
  • 2011 – 21,365 miles
  • 2010 – 18,189 miles
  • 2009 – 15,300 miles
  • 2008 – 11,571 miles
  • 2007 – 8,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,596 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,596 miles (+1,041)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    52,596 miles
    Test number
    349713085152
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass51,555 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    51,555 miles
    Test number
    882977376814
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail51,478 miles (+1,589)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,478 miles
    Test number
    455842698753
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass49,889 miles (+1,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    49,889 miles
    Test number
    934455954576
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass48,869 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    48,869 miles
    Test number
    523207750333
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail48,869 miles (+1,218)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,869 miles
    Test number
    105574942333
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass47,651 miles (+1,357)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    47,651 miles
    Test number
    325981386856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass46,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    46,294 miles
    Test number
    415202914035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail46,294 miles (+2,164)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,294 miles
    Test number
    710660107657
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass44,130 miles (+1,728)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    44,130 miles
    Test number
    884004383385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,402 miles (+1,924)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    42,402 miles
    Test number
    746608902213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass40,478 miles (+1,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    40,478 miles
    Test number
    943723152156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass38,600 miles (+1,676)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    38,600 miles
    Test number
    213248819569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,924 miles (+3,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    36,924 miles
    Test number
    193284627529
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass33,915 miles (+4,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,915 miles
    Test number
    496986023104
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass29,726 miles (+2,685)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,726 miles
    Test number
    567215554271
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass27,041 miles (+2,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    27,041 miles
    Test number
    899386553268
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass24,729 miles (+3,364)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,729 miles
    Test number
    938144262269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,365 miles (+3,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    21,365 miles
    Test number
    318395961227
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass18,189 miles (+2,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    18,189 miles
    Test number
    554383560267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass15,300 miles (+3,729)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    15,300 miles
    Test number
    321434169278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,571 miles (+3,360)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    11,571 miles
    Test number
    871696268281
    • NoteFront tyres and nearside rear tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteTracking needed

  23. Pass8,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    8,211 miles
    Test number
    160578847211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about BF 111

What vehicle is registration BF 111 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BF 111 on a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 24 Sept 2004. 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 BF 111 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on BF 111 is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on BF 111?
The MOT on BF 111 is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has BF 111 done?
BF 111 was recorded at 52,596 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 2,330 miles a year.
Has BF 111 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BF 111 has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on BF 111 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 BF 111 find?
BF 111 passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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