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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

C8 AKAMOT history

C8 AKA is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 123,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

C8 AKA black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
123,705 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 AKA
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
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 AKA was last recorded at 123,705 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 6,039 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
117,666 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,039 miles
Average per year
6,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,705 miles
  • 2025 – 117,666 miles
  • 2024 – 109,891 miles
  • 2023 – 105,499 miles
  • 2022 – 102,385 miles
  • 2021 – 98,182 miles
  • 2020 – 95,830 miles
  • 2019 – 88,002 miles
  • 2018 – 79,541 miles
  • 2017 – 76,174 miles
  • 2016 – 68,283 miles
  • 2015 – 61,161 miles
  • 2014 – 53,565 miles
  • 2013 – 45,010 miles
  • 2012 – 36,126 miles
  • 2011 – 27,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,705 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all towards borderline (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,705 miles (+6,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    123,705 miles
    Test number
    560277076323
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all towards borderline (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass117,666 miles (+7,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    117,666 miles
    Test number
    635713526251
    • 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))

  3. Pass109,891 miles (+4,392)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    109,891 miles
    Test number
    266291987435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    105,499 miles
    Test number
    233536918321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail105,497 miles (+3,112)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,497 miles
    Test number
    969882325095
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass102,385 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,385 miles
    Test number
    292655244106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertrays and sill trims fitted

  7. Fail102,385 miles (+4,203)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,385 miles
    Test number
    913446547456
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertrays and sill trims fitted

  8. Pass98,182 miles (+2,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,182 miles
    Test number
    464179761229
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass95,830 miles (+7,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    95,830 miles
    Test number
    405570847189
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass88,002 miles (+8,461)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,002 miles
    Test number
    975451953914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,541 miles (+3,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,541 miles
    Test number
    340330806740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass76,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    76,174 miles
    Test number
    215785437545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,174 miles (+7,891)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,174 miles
    Test number
    158795614185
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass68,283 miles (+7,122)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    68,283 miles
    Test number
    807977907286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,161 miles (+7,596)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    61,161 miles
    Test number
    616191975115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass53,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,565 miles
    Test number
    786382014100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,565 miles (+8,555)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,565 miles
    Test number
    756232914144
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass45,010 miles (+8,884)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,010 miles
    Test number
    116946503199
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEmissions not detected

  19. Pass36,126 miles (+8,747)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    36,126 miles
    Test number
    666430292019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,379 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,379 miles
    Test number
    506097271027
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about C8 AKA

Does C8 AKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 AKA is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 AKA?
The MOT on C8 AKA is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 AKA done?
C8 AKA was recorded at 123,705 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 6,438 miles a year.
Has C8 AKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 AKA has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on C8 AKA 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 C8 AKA find?
C8 AKA passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all towards borderline.

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