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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

K30 CUBMOT history

K30 CUB is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 12 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 97,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

K30 CUB black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
97,988 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,422 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 CUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 CUB was last recorded at 97,988 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 2,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,183 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,805 miles
Average per year
8,422 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,988 miles
  • 2025 – 95,183 miles
  • 2024 – 93,040 miles
  • 2023 – 90,133 miles
  • 2022 – 82,639 miles
  • 2021 – 75,648 miles
  • 2020 – 69,203 miles
  • 2019 – 61,640 miles
  • 2018 – 52,421 miles
  • 2017 – 39,914 miles
  • 2016 – 26,698 miles
  • 2015 – 5,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,988 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,988 miles (+2,805)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    97,988 miles
    Test number
    458229654678
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass95,183 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    95,183 miles
    Test number
    363422118958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail95,183 miles (+2,143)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,183 miles
    Test number
    902692556899
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass93,040 miles (+2,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    93,040 miles
    Test number
    909378208901
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass90,133 miles (+7,494)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,133 miles
    Test number
    335958526002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,639 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    82,639 miles
    Test number
    227505323195
    • 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))

  7. Fail82,639 miles (+6,991)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,639 miles
    Test number
    729398905743
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass75,648 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    75,648 miles
    Test number
    382065691884
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail75,648 miles (+6,445)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,648 miles
    Test number
    351535666394
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass69,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,203 miles
    Test number
    927612097603
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail69,203 miles (+7,563)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,203 miles
    Test number
    309800995966
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass61,640 miles (+9,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,640 miles
    Test number
    571118637599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass52,421 miles (+12,507)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    52,421 miles
    Test number
    802525376433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,914 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    39,914 miles
    Test number
    664272021772
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail39,913 miles (+13,215)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,913 miles
    Test number
    979860374285
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass26,698 miles (+21,360)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    26,698 miles
    Test number
    132496502673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass5,338 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    5,338 miles
    Test number
    396742525003
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about K30 CUB

Does K30 CUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K30 CUB is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K30 CUB?
The MOT on K30 CUB is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K30 CUB done?
K30 CUB was recorded at 97,988 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 8,422 miles a year.
Has K30 CUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 CUB has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on K30 CUB 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 K30 CUB find?
K30 CUB passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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