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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L4 EYWMOT history

L4 EYW is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 9 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 136,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

L4 EYW black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
136,370 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,909 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 EYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
9 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 EYW was last recorded at 136,370 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 10,682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,688 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,682 miles
Average per year
6,909 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,370 miles
  • 2023 – 115,285 miles
  • 2022 – 106,991 miles
  • 2021 – 101,865 miles
  • 2020 – 95,130 miles
  • 2019 – 86,338 miles
  • 2018 – 81,416 miles
  • 2017 – 75,867 miles
  • 2016 – 69,802 miles
  • 2015 – 65,095 miles
  • 2014 – 59,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,370 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 slight play in steering rack inner joint

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Slight play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,370 miles (+10,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    136,370 miles
    Test number
    963642263656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass125,688 miles (+10,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    125,688 miles
    Test number
    630650485216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  3. Pass115,285 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    115,285 miles
    Test number
    115260264450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail115,205 miles (+8,214)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,205 miles
    Test number
    121472762710
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass106,991 miles (+79)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    106,991 miles
    Test number
    533419872097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail106,912 miles (+5,047)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,912 miles
    Test number
    985846512534
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass101,865 miles (+6,735)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    101,865 miles
    Test number
    129271977757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,130 miles (+8,792)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    95,130 miles
    Test number
    851263134399
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack inner joint

  9. Pass86,338 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,338 miles
    Test number
    303383098755
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack inner joint
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail86,303 miles (+4,887)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,303 miles
    Test number
    590353482821
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack inner joint
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass81,416 miles (+5,549)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,416 miles
    Test number
    417812848850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,867 miles (+6,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    75,867 miles
    Test number
    933302306012
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  13. Pass69,802 miles (+4,707)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    69,802 miles
    Test number
    697711811029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,095 miles (+5,380)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,095 miles
    Test number
    478712415243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,715 miles
    Test number
    195401814221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,715 miles (+3,799)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,715 miles
    Test number
    489691714227
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  17. Pass55,916 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    55,916 miles
    Test number
    469641424192
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers dust covers split/broken.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L4 EYW

Does L4 EYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 EYW is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 EYW?
The MOT on L4 EYW is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 EYW done?
L4 EYW was recorded at 136,370 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 6,909 miles a year.
Has L4 EYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 EYW has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L4 EYW 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 L4 EYW find?
L4 EYW passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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