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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

K42 ENSMOT history

K42 ENS is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 26 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 90,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

K42 ENS black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
90,023 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,653 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K42 ENS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
26 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K42 ENS was last recorded at 90,023 miles on 18 May 2026, 5,533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,490 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,533 miles
Average per year
5,653 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,023 miles
  • 2025 – 84,490 miles
  • 2024 – 79,106 miles
  • 2023 – 73,735 miles
  • 2021 – 64,776 miles
  • 2020 – 59,868 miles
  • 2019 – 50,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,023 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber dust cover deterioratedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in offside front steering rackRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Nearside and offside - Centre of treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear wiper blade deterioratedRecorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Treaded section

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Centre of treaded section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Slight play in offside front steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 1 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,023 miles (+5,533)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    90,023 miles
    Test number
    127515867969
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside front steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Nearside and offside - Centre of treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade deteriorated

  2. Pass84,490 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    84,490 miles
    Test number
    849411575059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside front steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Nearside and offside - Centre of treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade deteriorated

  3. Fail84,490 miles (+5,384)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,490 miles
    Test number
    434241579379
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside front steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Nearside and offside - Centre of treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade deteriorated

  4. Pass79,106 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    79,106 miles
    Test number
    990592730802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Centre of treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front steering rack

  5. Fail79,106 miles (+5,371)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,106 miles
    Test number
    597090090528
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge of treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Centre of treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front steering rack

  6. Pass73,735 miles (+8,959)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,735 miles
    Test number
    583901408925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,776 miles (+4,908)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    64,776 miles
    Test number
    658261710541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,868 miles (+9,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    59,868 miles
    Test number
    733404846548
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4000 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass50,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    50,188 miles
    Test number
    557024890729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K42 ENS

Does K42 ENS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K42 ENS is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K42 ENS?
The MOT on K42 ENS is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K42 ENS done?
K42 ENS was recorded at 90,023 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 5,653 miles a year.
Has K42 ENS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K42 ENS has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2025.
Has the mileage on K42 ENS 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 K42 ENS find?
K42 ENS passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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