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BMW X3

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

L18 RHCMOT history

L18 RHC is a white diesel BMW X3 first used on 31 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 87,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

L18 RHC white BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
87,902 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 RHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 RHC was last recorded at 87,902 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 9,168 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,734 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,168 miles
Average per year
8,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,902 miles
  • 2025 – 78,734 miles
  • 2024 – 70,497 miles
  • 2023 – 61,115 miles
  • 2022 – 49,887 miles
  • 2021 – 39,912 miles
  • 2020 – 36,159 miles
  • 2019 – 26,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,902 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front lower arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 17 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,902 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    87,902 miles
    Test number
    398497145912
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front lower arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail87,902 miles (+9,168)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,902 miles
    Test number
    605922508568
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front lower arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass78,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    78,734 miles
    Test number
    587153659085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail78,734 miles (+8,237)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,734 miles
    Test number
    309760316072
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass70,497 miles (+9,382)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    70,497 miles
    Test number
    376287275997
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Tyres Wearing Thin On Edges
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen Washers Weak

  6. Pass61,115 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    61,115 miles
    Test number
    484875732455
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play steering arm slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail61,115 miles (+11,228)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,115 miles
    Test number
    747174772789
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play steering arm slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass49,887 miles (+9,975)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    49,887 miles
    Test number
    557707359578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,912 miles (+3,753)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,912 miles
    Test number
    390002804033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    36,159 miles
    Test number
    379908187800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail36,159 miles (+169)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,159 miles
    Test number
    726109569731
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail35,990 miles (+9,428)3 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,990 miles
    Test number
    483962628817
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in steering arm.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass26,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    26,562 miles
    Test number
    269753387457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 RHC

Does L18 RHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 RHC is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 RHC?
The MOT on L18 RHC is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 RHC done?
L18 RHC was recorded at 87,902 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 8,969 miles a year.
Has L18 RHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 RHC has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 RHC 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 L18 RHC find?
L18 RHC passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play front lower arm ball joint; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded.

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