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BMW X3

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

K29 DPLMOT history

K29 DPL is a silver diesel BMW X3 first used on 27 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 121,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

K29 DPL silver BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
121,092 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K29 DPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K29 DPL was last recorded at 121,092 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 11,189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,903 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
11,189 miles
Average per year
8,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,092 miles
  • 2025 – 109,903 miles
  • 2024 – 97,062 miles
  • 2023 – 82,723 miles
  • 2022 – 76,555 miles
  • 2021 – 66,868 miles
  • 2020 – 56,814 miles
  • 2019 – 46,575 miles
  • 2018 – 40,510 miles
  • 2017 – 34,566 miles
  • 2016 – 28,870 miles
  • 2015 – 23,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,092 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and offside rear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,092 miles (+11,189)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    121,092 miles
    Test number
    135014022385
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and offside rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Pass109,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    109,903 miles
    Test number
    807113156105
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  3. Fail109,902 miles (+12,840)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,902 miles
    Test number
    320259443510
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  4. Pass97,062 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    97,062 miles
    Test number
    269172042481
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Fail97,062 miles (+14,339)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,062 miles
    Test number
    823636426381
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass82,723 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,723 miles
    Test number
    471863942888
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Fail82,723 miles (+6,168)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,723 miles
    Test number
    386706996006
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass76,555 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,555 miles
    Test number
    140943437021
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Fail76,555 miles (+9,687)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,555 miles
    Test number
    453246287117
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Pass66,868 miles (+10,054)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    66,868 miles
    Test number
    349122550535
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass56,814 miles (+10,239)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    56,814 miles
    Test number
    976149212632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,575 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,575 miles
    Test number
    231593044122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Fail46,575 miles (+6,065)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,575 miles
    Test number
    395106157067
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass40,510 miles (+5,944)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    40,510 miles
    Test number
    459936350534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,566 miles (+5,696)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    34,566 miles
    Test number
    434293052365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,870 miles (+5,227)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    28,870 miles
    Test number
    710377364794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,643 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    23,643 miles
    Test number
    779792715169
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about K29 DPL

Does K29 DPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K29 DPL is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K29 DPL?
The MOT on K29 DPL is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K29 DPL done?
K29 DPL was recorded at 121,092 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 8,979 miles a year.
Has K29 DPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K29 DPL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on K29 DPL 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 K29 DPL find?
K29 DPL passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly twisted; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and offside rear, and 1 more.

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