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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

L29 JHBMOT history

L29 JHB is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 20 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

L29 JHB black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
116,989 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
20 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 JHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 JHB was last recorded at 116,989 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 13,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
103,807 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
13,182 miles
Average per year
4,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,989 miles
  • 2025 – 103,807 miles
  • 2024 – 87,856 miles
  • 2023 – 67,846 miles
  • 2022 – 66,927 miles
  • 2021 – 65,798 miles
  • 2020 – 64,323 miles
  • 2019 – 63,775 miles
  • 2018 – 62,421 miles
  • 2017 – 61,334 miles
  • 2016 – 60,553 miles
  • 2015 – 59,314 miles
  • 2014 – 57,874 miles
  • 2013 – 57,169 miles
  • 2012 – 56,108 miles
  • 2011 – 54,780 miles
  • 2010 – 53,002 miles
  • 2009 – 42,954 miles
  • 2008 – 33,863 miles
  • 2007 – 24,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,989 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,989 miles (+13,182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    116,989 miles
    Test number
    298619067918
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass103,807 miles (+15,951)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    103,807 miles
    Test number
    953397901033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,856 miles (+20,010)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    87,856 miles
    Test number
    146787728345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,846 miles (+919)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    67,846 miles
    Test number
    661718849633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,927 miles (+1,129)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    66,927 miles
    Test number
    796436168798
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass65,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    65,798 miles
    Test number
    451288116136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail65,798 miles (+1,475)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,798 miles
    Test number
    418214045687
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass64,323 miles (+548)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    64,323 miles
    Test number
    161637325547
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass63,775 miles (+1,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,775 miles
    Test number
    739843319791
    • AdvisoryOil leak?
  10. Pass62,421 miles (+1,087)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,421 miles
    Test number
    365596218205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,334 miles (+781)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    61,334 miles
    Test number
    432739732987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,553 miles (+1,239)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,553 miles
    Test number
    546111356204
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass59,314 miles (+1,440)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,314 miles
    Test number
    315867495097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,874 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    57,874 miles
    Test number
    445679094024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,169 miles (+1,061)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,169 miles
    Test number
    679142203178
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass56,108 miles (+1,328)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,108 miles
    Test number
    219072702453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,780 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,780 miles
    Test number
    605522301109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,002 miles (+10,048)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,002 miles
    Test number
    714439100135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,954 miles (+9,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,954 miles
    Test number
    530416729199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass33,863 miles (+9,419)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    33,863 miles
    Test number
    521767038126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,444 miles
    Test number
    901500327142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L29 JHB

Does L29 JHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 JHB is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 JHB?
The MOT on L29 JHB is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 JHB done?
L29 JHB was recorded at 116,989 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 4,935 miles a year.
Has L29 JHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 JHB has failed 1 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2021.
Has the mileage on L29 JHB 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 L29 JHB find?
L29 JHB passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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