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BMW X3

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

L5 NMLMOT history

L5 NML is a silver diesel BMW X3 first used on 16 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 14 MOT tests, with 129,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

L5 NML silver BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
129,017 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
14 passed · 0 failed
Per year
9,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 NML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
16 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 NML was last recorded at 129,017 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 9,658 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
119,359 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,658 miles
Average per year
9,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,017 miles
  • 2025 – 119,359 miles
  • 2024 – 111,128 miles
  • 2023 – 102,412 miles
  • 2022 – 98,192 miles
  • 2021 – 90,136 miles
  • 2020 – 83,514 miles
  • 2019 – 75,059 miles
  • 2018 – 61,438 miles
  • 2017 – 45,309 miles
  • 2016 – 31,471 miles
  • 2015 – 22,135 miles
  • 2014 – 19,232 miles
  • 2013 – 14,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,017 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 5 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,017 miles (+9,658)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    129,017 miles
    Test number
    816539837790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass119,359 miles (+8,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    119,359 miles
    Test number
    166640043839
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass111,128 miles (+8,716)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    111,128 miles
    Test number
    380456165299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,412 miles (+4,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    102,412 miles
    Test number
    293492347953
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass98,192 miles (+8,056)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    98,192 miles
    Test number
    284257698601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,136 miles (+6,622)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    90,136 miles
    Test number
    206073859891
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass83,514 miles (+8,455)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    83,514 miles
    Test number
    193759288880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,059 miles (+13,621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,059 miles
    Test number
    504567662937
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  9. Pass61,438 miles (+16,129)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,438 miles
    Test number
    123097292298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,309 miles (+13,838)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    45,309 miles
    Test number
    836165961227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,471 miles (+9,336)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    31,471 miles
    Test number
    594087626115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,135 miles (+2,903)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    22,135 miles
    Test number
    447077365122
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass19,232 miles (+4,959)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    19,232 miles
    Test number
    869356514308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,273 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    14,273 miles
    Test number
    377949803358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L5 NML

Does L5 NML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 NML is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 NML?
The MOT on L5 NML is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 NML done?
L5 NML was recorded at 129,017 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 9,380 miles a year.
Has L5 NML ever failed its MOT?
No. L5 NML has passed all 14 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L5 NML 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 L5 NML find?
L5 NML passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges, and 1 more.

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