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BMW X3

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

K40 SMCMOT history

K40 SMC is a grey diesel BMW X3 first used on 16 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 46,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

K40 SMC grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
46,274 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 SMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 SMC was last recorded at 46,274 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 8,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2017: 13,883 miles, lower than 68,821 miles on 17 May 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
37,618 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,656 miles
Average per year
3,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,274 miles
  • 2025 – 37,618 miles
  • 2024 – 34,407 miles
  • 2023 – 30,601 miles
  • 2021 – 25,478 miles
  • 2020 – 24,461 miles
  • 2019 – 21,302 miles
  • 2018 – 17,430 miles
  • 2017 – 13,883 miles
  • 2016 – 68,821 miles
  • 2015 – 8,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,274 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 10 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,274 miles (+8,656)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    46,274 miles
    Test number
    584768196756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass37,618 miles (+3,211)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    37,618 miles
    Test number
    901980422111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass34,407 miles (+3,806)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    34,407 miles
    Test number
    195473323720
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass30,601 miles (+5,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    30,601 miles
    Test number
    442273918312
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass25,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    25,478 miles
    Test number
    105458062476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail25,478 miles (+1,017)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,478 miles
    Test number
    140610789929
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass24,461 miles (+3,159)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    24,461 miles
    Test number
    580435575093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass21,302 miles (+3,872)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    21,302 miles
    Test number
    714624400408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass17,430 miles (+3,547)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    17,430 miles
    Test number
    420732995634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass13,883 miles (-54,938)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    13,883 miles
    Test number
    302226476736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,821 miles
    Test number
    732615351580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass11,361 miles (+3,092)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    11,361 miles
    Test number
    113967592180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass8,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    8,269 miles
    Test number
    829811065185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 SMC

Does K40 SMC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 SMC is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 SMC?
The MOT on K40 SMC is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 SMC done?
K40 SMC was recorded at 46,274 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 3,568 miles a year.
Has K40 SMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 SMC has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on K40 SMC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K40 SMC find?
K40 SMC passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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