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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L21 BCAMOT history

L21 BCA is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 26 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 129,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

L21 BCA black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
129,512 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,114 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 BCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 BCA was last recorded at 129,512 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 2,102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jun 2016: 57,119 miles, lower than 57,157 miles on 25 Jun 2016.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
127,410 miles · 23 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
2,102 miles
Average per year
6,114 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,512 miles
  • 2024 – 127,410 miles
  • 2023 – 122,819 miles
  • 2022 – 116,068 miles
  • 2021 – 98,956 miles
  • 2020 – 89,070 miles
  • 2019 – 83,468 miles
  • 2018 – 79,589 miles
  • 2017 – 65,278 miles
  • 2016 – 57,119 miles
  • 2014 – 49,892 miles
  • 2013 – 44,797 miles
  • 2012 – 40,318 miles
  • 2011 – 36,099 miles
  • 2010 – 31,699 miles
  • 2009 – 27,278 miles
  • 2008 – 22,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,512 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,512 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    129,512 miles
    Test number
    244916065601
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail129,498 miles (+2,088)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,498 miles
    Test number
    247669469519
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass127,410 miles (+4,591)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    127,410 miles
    Test number
    620188507799
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass122,819 miles (+6,751)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    122,819 miles
    Test number
    375917994969
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass116,068 miles (+17,112)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    116,068 miles
    Test number
    581362765573
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass98,956 miles (+9,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    98,956 miles
    Test number
    408598472221
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass89,070 miles (+5,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,070 miles
    Test number
    506470993748
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,468 miles (+3,879)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    83,468 miles
    Test number
    255825534634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,589 miles (+14,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,589 miles
    Test number
    897977785663
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass65,278 miles (+8,159)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,278 miles
    Test number
    207781594597
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking on tread

  11. Pass57,119 miles (-38)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    57,119 miles
    Test number
    477832139002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail57,157 miles (+7,265)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,157 miles
    Test number
    163587110257
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass49,892 miles (+200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,892 miles
    Test number
    129937354357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail49,692 miles (+4,895)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,692 miles
    Test number
    725766154368
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass44,797 miles (+4,479)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    44,797 miles
    Test number
    416076423302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,318 miles (+4,219)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    40,318 miles
    Test number
    945302422397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,099 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    36,099 miles
    Test number
    785959171211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,699 miles (+4,421)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,699 miles
    Test number
    331911260275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,278 miles (+5,222)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,278 miles
    Test number
    353088249226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    22,056 miles
    Test number
    470727168211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 BCA

Does L21 BCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 BCA is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 BCA?
The MOT on L21 BCA is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 BCA done?
L21 BCA was recorded at 129,512 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 6,114 miles a year.
Has L21 BCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 BCA has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 BCA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jun 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L21 BCA find?
L21 BCA passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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