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BMW X3

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 2,996 cc

L15 CENMOT history

L15 CEN is a grey petrol BMW X3 first used on 23 May 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 64,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

L15 CEN grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
64,021 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 CEN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
23 May 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 CEN was last recorded at 64,021 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,994 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
3,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,021 miles
  • 2025 – 62,205 miles
  • 2024 – 60,583 miles
  • 2022 – 58,303 miles
  • 2021 – 56,269 miles
  • 2020 – 52,381 miles
  • 2019 – 49,639 miles
  • 2018 – 45,337 miles
  • 2017 – 42,830 miles
  • 2016 – 38,898 miles
  • 2015 – 35,457 miles
  • 2014 – 30,893 miles
  • 2013 – 27,444 miles
  • 2012 – 22,617 miles
  • 2011 – 17,604 miles
  • 2010 – 13,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,021 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,021 miles (+27)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    64,021 miles
    Test number
    331585561472
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail63,994 miles (+1,789)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,994 miles
    Test number
    911532290846
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective cracked (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread centre 235 55 17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass62,205 miles (+1,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    62,205 miles
    Test number
    812288362044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass60,583 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    60,583 miles
    Test number
    218287709345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail60,576 miles (+2,273)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,576 miles
    Test number
    874560723226
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid possible blockage (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass58,303 miles (+2,034)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    58,303 miles
    Test number
    359776707836
    • AdvisoryFront Nearside and Offside suspension and attachment have its surface corroded Shock absorbers outer casing, suspension arms,
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside and Offside axle and attachment have its surface corroded Shock absorbers outer casing, suspension arms,

  7. Pass56,269 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    56,269 miles
    Test number
    391693087640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail56,222 miles (+3,841)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,222 miles
    Test number
    679771974306
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass52,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    52,381 miles
    Test number
    960439602348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail52,381 miles (+2,742)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,381 miles
    Test number
    569330136804
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass49,639 miles (+4,302)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,639 miles
    Test number
    183777882890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,337 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    45,337 miles
    Test number
    443899584345
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Fail45,337 miles (+2,507)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,337 miles
    Test number
    111128425908
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass42,830 miles (+107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    42,830 miles
    Test number
    180291512845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer tyre worn

  15. Fail42,723 miles (+3,825)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,723 miles
    Test number
    749990065492
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both fronts (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished in treads
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished in treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished in treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished in treads

  16. Pass38,898 miles (+3,441)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,898 miles
    Test number
    749932446745
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass35,457 miles (+4,564)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,457 miles
    Test number
    139687174868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,893 miles (+3,449)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    30,893 miles
    Test number
    728297744226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    27,444 miles
    Test number
    359476953441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,444 miles (+4,827)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,444 miles
    Test number
    466355153202
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass22,617 miles (+829)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    22,617 miles
    Test number
    519973262260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,788 miles (+4,184)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,788 miles
    Test number
    588738132124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,604 miles (+4,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    17,604 miles
    Test number
    586819321108
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass13,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    13,049 miles
    Test number
    152298910164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail13,049 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,049 miles
    Test number
    432538210189
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about L15 CEN

Does L15 CEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 CEN is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 CEN?
The MOT on L15 CEN is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 CEN done?
L15 CEN was recorded at 64,021 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 3,244 miles a year.
Has L15 CEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 CEN has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L15 CEN 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 L15 CEN find?
L15 CEN passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside headlamp lens slightly defective opaque; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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