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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L15 NRFMOT history

L15 NRF is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 28 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 86,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

L15 NRF black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
86,679 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 NRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 NRF was last recorded at 86,679 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 4,492 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,187 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,492 miles
Average per year
6,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,679 miles
  • 2025 – 82,187 miles
  • 2024 – 76,130 miles
  • 2023 – 68,979 miles
  • 2022 – 61,552 miles
  • 2021 – 55,792 miles
  • 2020 – 49,446 miles
  • 2019 – 43,138 miles
  • 2018 – 34,261 miles
  • 2017 – 26,469 miles
  • 2016 – 19,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,679 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.

  • Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both Rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,679 miles (+4,492)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    86,679 miles
    Test number
    385282878397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,187 miles (+6,057)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,187 miles
    Test number
    208793607444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,130 miles (+7,151)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    76,130 miles
    Test number
    257818249316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    68,979 miles
    Test number
    757011663853
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail68,979 miles (+7,427)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,979 miles
    Test number
    891032935048
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass61,552 miles (+184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    61,552 miles
    Test number
    756087439292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail61,368 miles (+5,576)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,368 miles
    Test number
    382491825088
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass55,792 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    55,792 miles
    Test number
    990342604005
    • MinorOffside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  9. Fail55,792 miles (+6,346)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,792 miles
    Test number
    426251335193
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  10. Pass49,446 miles (+6,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,446 miles
    Test number
    825164227719
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  11. Pass43,138 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    43,138 miles
    Test number
    352908349746
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  12. Fail43,106 miles (+8,845)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,106 miles
    Test number
    651350177702
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  13. Pass34,261 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    34,261 miles
    Test number
    852991847731
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn uneven and bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn uneven on inner edge and bald (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail34,261 miles (+7,792)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,261 miles
    Test number
    658196647181
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn uneven and bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pad low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn uneven on inner edge and bald (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass26,469 miles (+7,344)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    26,469 miles
    Test number
    957152019542
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  16. Pass19,125 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    19,125 miles
    Test number
    286477954666
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Questions about L15 NRF

Does L15 NRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 NRF is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 NRF?
The MOT on L15 NRF is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 NRF done?
L15 NRF was recorded at 86,679 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 6,571 miles a year.
Has L15 NRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 NRF has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L15 NRF 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 NRF find?
L15 NRF passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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