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BMW X3

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

L23 FWRMOT history

L23 FWR is a blue diesel BMW X3 first used on 27 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 172,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2026.

L23 FWR blue BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
172,670 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 FWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 FWR was last recorded at 172,670 miles on 24 Oct 2026, 19,622 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,048 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
19,622 miles
Average per year
8,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,670 miles
  • 2025 – 153,048 miles
  • 2024 – 138,425 miles
  • 2022 – 129,519 miles
  • 2021 – 113,811 miles
  • 2020 – 108,172 miles
  • 2019 – 103,064 miles
  • 2018 – 98,041 miles
  • 2017 – 91,909 miles
  • 2016 – 86,559 miles
  • 2015 – 78,688 miles
  • 2014 – 66,536 miles
  • 2013 – 50,626 miles
  • 2012 – 46,613 miles
  • 2011 – 35,844 miles
  • 2010 – 33,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,670 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,670 miles (+19,622)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    172,670 miles
    Test number
    728684014431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass153,048 miles (+14,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    153,048 miles
    Test number
    230038490931
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,425 miles (+8,906)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    138,425 miles
    Test number
    828625563362
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted flat spot (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has a nail in it (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryTpms malfunction light on (pre 2012)

  4. Pass129,519 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    129,519 miles
    Test number
    996227866942
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail129,519 miles (+275)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,519 miles
    Test number
    665868358652
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail129,244 miles (+15,433)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,244 miles
    Test number
    822390363338
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass113,811 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,811 miles
    Test number
    771131899664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,794 miles (+5,622)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,794 miles
    Test number
    365290267105
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass108,172 miles (+5,108)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,172 miles
    Test number
    775731881805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,064 miles (+5,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    103,064 miles
    Test number
    732852345474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass98,041 miles (+6,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,041 miles
    Test number
    467579102409
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass91,909 miles (+5,350)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    91,909 miles
    Test number
    489141512199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,559 miles (+7,871)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    86,559 miles
    Test number
    928283361866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,688 miles (+12,152)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    78,688 miles
    Test number
    147598187875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,536 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,536 miles
    Test number
    228036834390
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  16. Fail66,536 miles (+6,294)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,536 miles
    Test number
    708525934342
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  17. Pass60,242 miles (+9,616)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    60,242 miles
    Test number
    716935724004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,626 miles (+4,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    50,626 miles
    Test number
    105936223045
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass46,613 miles (+10,769)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,613 miles
    Test number
    508396572225
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake pads lowish
    • NoteTread getting low on n/s/r tyre

  20. Pass35,844 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    35,844 miles
    Test number
    646171071221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,419 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,419 miles
    Test number
    170893070296
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is on the legal min of 1.6mm
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing to the inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre 2mm
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing to the inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 3mm

Questions about L23 FWR

Does L23 FWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 FWR is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 FWR?
The MOT on L23 FWR is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 FWR done?
L23 FWR was recorded at 172,670 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2026, an average of 8,668 miles a year.
Has L23 FWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 FWR has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on L23 FWR 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 L23 FWR find?
L23 FWR passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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