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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L31 SMFMOT history

L31 SMF is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 31 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 5 of 7 MOT tests, with 81,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

L31 SMF black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
81,812 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
7
5 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 SMF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 SMF was last recorded at 81,812 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,805 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
9,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,812 miles
  • 2024 – 63,437 miles
  • 2020 – 34,524 miles
  • 2019 – 27,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,812 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

7 tests since 4 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,812 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    81,812 miles
    Test number
    148391689474
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail81,805 miles (+18,368)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,805 miles
    Test number
    946056252599
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass63,437 miles (+2,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    63,437 miles
    Test number
    176000843960
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryProtective undertrays fitted

  4. Pass60,663 miles (+66)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    60,663 miles
    Test number
    605501079829
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail60,597 miles (+26,073)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,597 miles
    Test number
    314830875656
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass34,524 miles (+6,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    34,524 miles
    Test number
    145301384070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass27,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    27,582 miles
    Test number
    637915436404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 SMF

Does L31 SMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 SMF is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L31 SMF?
The MOT on L31 SMF is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 SMF done?
L31 SMF was recorded at 81,812 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 9,136 miles a year.
Has L31 SMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 SMF has failed 2 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L31 SMF 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 L31 SMF find?
L31 SMF passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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