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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

L2 EMHMOT history

L2 EMH is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 22 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 293,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

L2 EMH black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
293,609 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
17,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 EMH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
22 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 EMH was last recorded at 293,609 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 17,508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
276,101 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
17,508 miles
Average per year
17,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 293,609 miles
  • 2024 – 276,101 miles
  • 2023 – 260,577 miles
  • 2022 – 245,293 miles
  • 2021 – 228,767 miles
  • 2020 – 217,433 miles
  • 2019 – 203,078 miles
  • 2018 – 186,085 miles
  • 2017 – 168,324 miles
  • 2016 – 151,858 miles
  • 2015 – 133,106 miles
  • 2014 – 115,037 miles
  • 2013 – 93,198 miles
  • 2012 – 66,255 miles
  • 2011 – 41,492 miles
  • 2010 – 19,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass293,609 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm 255/45R18 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine ,exhaust slightly damp with oil (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Overheated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass293,609 miles (+17,508)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    293,609 miles
    Test number
    587957518056
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm 255/45R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine ,exhaust slightly damp with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass276,101 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    276,101 miles
    Test number
    846145878353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Fail276,101 miles (+15,524)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,101 miles
    Test number
    449251481239
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass260,577 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    260,577 miles
    Test number
    528720093891
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  5. Fail260,577 miles (+15,284)3 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,577 miles
    Test number
    464530979836
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  6. Pass245,293 miles (+16,526)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    245,293 miles
    Test number
    370434012057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass228,767 miles (+206)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    228,767 miles
    Test number
    651184290723
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Fail228,561 miles (+11,128)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,561 miles
    Test number
    264445179578
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass217,433 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    217,433 miles
    Test number
    631694347232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Overheated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail217,433 miles (+14,355)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,433 miles
    Test number
    631214291575
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Overheated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass203,078 miles (+16,993)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    203,078 miles
    Test number
    301621234798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass186,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    186,085 miles
    Test number
    413970673299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail186,085 miles (+17,761)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,085 miles
    Test number
    643116632657
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass168,324 miles (+16,466)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    168,324 miles
    Test number
    703061239544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass151,858 miles (+18,752)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    151,858 miles
    Test number
    699331604038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass133,106 miles (+18,069)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    133,106 miles
    Test number
    988436543468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass115,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    115,037 miles
    Test number
    106856234379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail114,980 miles (+21,782)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,980 miles
    Test number
    855536034368
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on edges

  19. Pass93,198 miles (+26,943)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    93,198 miles
    Test number
    199059823374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,255 miles (+24,763)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    66,255 miles
    Test number
    549280672261
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass41,492 miles (+22,485)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,492 miles
    Test number
    928215361245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,007 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    19,007 miles
    Test number
    982005040284
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L2 EMH

Does L2 EMH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 EMH is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L2 EMH?
The MOT on L2 EMH is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 EMH done?
L2 EMH was recorded at 293,609 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 17,988 miles a year.
Has L2 EMH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 EMH has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L2 EMH 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 L2 EMH find?
L2 EMH passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm 255/45r18, and 2 more.

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