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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

L4 XSJMOT history

L4 XSJ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 119,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

L4 XSJ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
119,357 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 XSJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 XSJ was last recorded at 119,357 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 2,702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,655 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,702 miles
Average per year
4,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,357 miles
  • 2025 – 116,655 miles
  • 2024 – 114,049 miles
  • 2022 – 112,907 miles
  • 2021 – 111,404 miles
  • 2020 – 110,436 miles
  • 2019 – 105,427 miles
  • 2018 – 96,716 miles
  • 2017 – 89,742 miles
  • 2016 – 84,286 miles
  • 2015 – 79,059 miles
  • 2014 – 74,220 miles
  • 2013 – 70,360 miles
  • 2012 – 64,290 miles
  • 2011 – 55,472 miles
  • 2010 – 44,067 miles
  • 2008 – 37,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,357 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under trays fitted front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,357 miles (+2,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    119,357 miles
    Test number
    500860474491
    • 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. Pass116,655 miles (+2,606)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    116,655 miles
    Test number
    304657589946
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass114,049 miles (+1,142)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    114,049 miles
    Test number
    898120967970
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,907 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    112,907 miles
    Test number
    529152795643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass111,404 miles (+968)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    111,404 miles
    Test number
    721232498558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,436 miles (+5,009)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    110,436 miles
    Test number
    779133102399
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack to zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,427 miles (+1,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    105,427 miles
    Test number
    774360228801
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass104,279 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    104,279 miles
    Test number
    215336022987
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded/under trays fitted

  9. Fail104,279 miles (+7,563)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,279 miles
    Test number
    184046438358
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded/under trays fitted

  10. Pass96,716 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,716 miles
    Test number
    616751676630
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted front and rear

  11. Fail96,714 miles (+6,972)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,714 miles
    Test number
    288458479931
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted front and rear

  12. Pass89,742 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,742 miles
    Test number
    569368511439
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edge

  13. Fail89,738 miles (+5,452)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,738 miles
    Test number
    320634951296
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edge

  14. Pass84,286 miles (+5,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    84,286 miles
    Test number
    897725571690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wall slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  15. Pass79,059 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,059 miles
    Test number
    997385205064
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail79,059 miles (+4,839)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,059 miles
    Test number
    418655605008
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass74,220 miles (+3,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,220 miles
    Test number
    755284204038
    • 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)

  18. Pass70,360 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,360 miles
    Test number
    498572303047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHead light washers not working

  19. Fail70,360 miles (+6,070)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,360 miles
    Test number
    737292303002
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHead light washers not working

  20. Pass64,290 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    64,290 miles
    Test number
    869389502091
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail64,289 miles (+8,817)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,289 miles
    Test number
    167257302056
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass55,472 miles (+11,405)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,472 miles
    Test number
    259604201096
    • NoteBrake warning light on - nearside warning wire broken
    • NoteNearside rear jacking point missing
    • NoteSmall cuts & chips to both front tyres

  23. Pass44,067 miles (+6,762)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    44,067 miles
    Test number
    880082900083
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCuts to nearside front tyre wall - nearside rear jacking point missing

  24. Pass37,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,305 miles
    Test number
    273125878289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 XSJ

Does L4 XSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 XSJ is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 XSJ?
The MOT on L4 XSJ is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 XSJ done?
L4 XSJ was recorded at 119,357 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 4,634 miles a year.
Has L4 XSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 XSJ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on L4 XSJ 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 XSJ find?
L4 XSJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 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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