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BMW X3

White · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

L70 SAUMOT history

L70 SAU is a white diesel BMW X3 first used on 4 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 104,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

L70 SAU white BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
104,695 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 SAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
4 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 SAU was last recorded at 104,695 miles on 16 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,694 miles · 14 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,695 miles
  • 2025 – 96,910 miles
  • 2024 – 90,287 miles
  • 2023 – 85,321 miles
  • 2022 – 73,014 miles
  • 2021 – 67,422 miles
  • 2020 – 62,442 miles
  • 2019 – 55,446 miles
  • 2018 – 49,164 miles
  • 2017 – 40,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,695 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • All suspension components corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (inc battery junction)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 16 Feb 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,695 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    104,695 miles
    Test number
    750689163797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail104,694 miles (+7,784)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,694 miles
    Test number
    754035598941
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass96,910 miles (+6,623)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2026
    Odometer
    96,910 miles
    Test number
    385316612153
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  4. Pass90,287 miles (+61)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    90,287 miles
    Test number
    739929297450
    • AdvisoryALL Suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (inc battery junction) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail90,226 miles (+4,905)1 dangerous3 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,226 miles
    Test number
    684124625790
    • DangerousRoad wheel more than one fixing missing 1 bolt from each wheel missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryALL Suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (inc battery junction) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass85,321 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    85,321 miles
    Test number
    361133128978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,181 miles (+10,167)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    83,181 miles
    Test number
    425307022177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,014 miles (+5,592)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,014 miles
    Test number
    293401661574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,422 miles (+4,980)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,422 miles
    Test number
    173245972785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,442 miles
    Test number
    559140173197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,442 miles (+6,996)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,442 miles
    Test number
    404557962491
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass55,446 miles (+6,282)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,446 miles
    Test number
    620738167754
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass49,164 miles (+448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    49,164 miles
    Test number
    777992110016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  14. Fail48,716 miles (+8,310)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,716 miles
    Test number
    445520530606
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Just legal (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Just legal (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass40,406 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,406 miles
    Test number
    511454261427
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

Questions about L70 SAU

Does L70 SAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 SAU is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L70 SAU?
The MOT on L70 SAU is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L70 SAU done?
L70 SAU was recorded at 104,695 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 6,955 miles a year.
Has L70 SAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 SAU has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L70 SAU 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 L70 SAU find?
L70 SAU passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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