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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

L5 YHWMOT history

L5 YHW is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 16 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 169,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

L5 YHW black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
169,510 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 YHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 YHW was last recorded at 169,510 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 7,687 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,823 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,687 miles
Average per year
6,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,510 miles
  • 2025 – 161,823 miles
  • 2024 – 149,624 miles
  • 2023 – 142,787 miles
  • 2022 – 137,559 miles
  • 2021 – 131,343 miles
  • 2019 – 122,619 miles
  • 2018 – 120,163 miles
  • 2017 – 112,389 miles
  • 2016 – 105,742 miles
  • 2015 – 97,121 miles
  • 2014 – 90,669 miles
  • 2012 – 83,121 miles
  • 2011 – 77,195 miles
  • 2010 – 72,083 miles
  • 2009 – 65,586 miles
  • 2008 – 60,799 miles
  • 2007 – 51,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,510 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring is perished
  • AdvisoryOffside number plate light not working
  • AdvisoryOil leak
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,510 miles (+7,687)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    169,510 miles
    Test number
    504395723321
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring is perished
    • AdvisoryOffside number plate light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  2. Pass161,823 miles (+164)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    161,823 miles
    Test number
    258399288363
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail161,659 miles (+12,035)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,659 miles
    Test number
    113885229302
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link arm upper cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arb front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link arm upper cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass149,624 miles (+6,837)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    149,624 miles
    Test number
    697442740715
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray & sills covers fitted time of test

  5. Pass142,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    142,787 miles
    Test number
    774161093169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail142,787 miles (+5,228)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,787 miles
    Test number
    710337158773
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass137,559 miles (+2,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    137,559 miles
    Test number
    316311925595
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass135,186 miles (+3,843)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    135,186 miles
    Test number
    873943546018
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass131,343 miles (+8,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    131,343 miles
    Test number
    410210243755
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass122,619 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,619 miles
    Test number
    899238274886
    • 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))

  11. Fail122,619 miles (+2,456)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,619 miles
    Test number
    108602535455
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  12. Pass120,163 miles (+7,774)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,163 miles
    Test number
    323836346444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,389 miles (+6,647)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    112,389 miles
    Test number
    115383022539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,742 miles (+8,621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    105,742 miles
    Test number
    395789511613
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass97,121 miles (+6,452)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    97,121 miles
    Test number
    959061265139
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass90,669 miles (+7,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    90,669 miles
    Test number
    937732874152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail83,121 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,121 miles
    Test number
    358144202362
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteTyre warning light on dash
    • NoteSmall cut to o/s front tyre

  18. Pass83,121 miles (+5,926)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    83,121 miles
    Test number
    528124002370
    • NoteTyre warning light on dash
    • NoteSmall cut to o/s front tyre

  19. Pass77,195 miles (+5,112)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,195 miles
    Test number
    997188821232
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteTyre under inflation light on

  20. Pass72,083 miles (+6,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    72,083 miles
    Test number
    201437750281
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass65,586 miles (+4,787)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    65,586 miles
    Test number
    840674209299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,799 miles (+9,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    60,799 miles
    Test number
    611380148370
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass51,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    51,306 miles
    Test number
    544733527372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 YHW

Does L5 YHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 YHW is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 YHW?
The MOT on L5 YHW is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 YHW done?
L5 YHW was recorded at 169,510 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 6,309 miles a year.
Has L5 YHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 YHW has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 YHW 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 YHW find?
L5 YHW passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: fuel cap sealing ring is perished; offside number plate light not working; oil leak, and 1 more.

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