BMW X3
Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc
L77 CECMOT history
L77 CEC is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,393 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 27 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 97,393 mi
- At MOT on 28 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 23
- 19 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 4,218 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L77 CEC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- X3
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,979 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 30 Jun 2004
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L77 CEC was last recorded at 97,393 miles on 28 Feb 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 97,366 miles · 27 Feb 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 27 miles
- Average per year
- 4,218 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 97,393 miles
- 2024 – 80,313 miles
- 2023 – 77,934 miles
- 2021 – 77,073 miles
- 2020 – 76,488 miles
- 2019 – 75,736 miles
- 2018 – 70,274 miles
- 2017 – 65,452 miles
- 2016 – 61,762 miles
- 2015 – 56,988 miles
- 2014 – 52,878 miles
- 2013 – 47,766 miles
- 2012 – 44,282 miles
- 2011 – 39,198 miles
- 2010 – 33,945 miles
- 2009 – 28,368 miles
- 2008 – 22,892 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass97,393 miles
- AdvisoryCentral Lower Gearbox mounting defectiveRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryRegistration plate insecure but not likely to fall off FRONT and REAR (0.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Front Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Full MOT history
23 tests since 30 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass97,393 miles (+27)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 97,393 miles
- Test number
- 829958403727
- AdvisoryCentral Lower Gearbox mounting defective
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate insecure but not likely to fall off FRONT and REAR (0.1 (a))
Fail97,366 miles (+17,053)1 major2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,366 miles
- Test number
- 305106035586
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Lower Gearbox mounting defective
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate insecure but not likely to fall off FRONT and REAR (0.1 (a))
Pass80,313 miles (+1,195)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 80,313 miles
- Test number
- 302310022122
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess gear box mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered in corrosion everywhere..
Pass79,118 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 79,118 miles
- Test number
- 262064980638
- AdvisoryCentral Lower Gearbox mounting defective
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front thrust arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security BOTH SIDES (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail79,118 miles (+1,184)4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,118 miles
- Test number
- 527640202206
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak Exhaust flap actuator vacuum pipe split (8.2.2.1 (b))
- AdvisoryCentral Lower Gearbox mounting defective
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front thrust arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security BOTH SIDES (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass77,934 miles (+861)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 77,934 miles
- Test number
- 825151337645
- MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
- AdvisoryCentral Gearbox mounting defective
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of the underside of the vehicle
Pass77,073 miles (+585)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 77,073 miles
- Test number
- 618791863218
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower 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))
Pass76,488 miles (+752)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 76,488 miles
- Test number
- 767078143300
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass75,736 miles (+1,621)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 75,736 miles
- Test number
- 389846830094
- AdvisoryOil leaks
Pass74,115 miles (+3,841)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 74,115 miles
- Test number
- 970020398987
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass70,274 miles (+4,822)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 70,274 miles
- Test number
- 496507595716
- AdvisoryFront tyres worn edges
- AdvisoryAll tyres perished
Pass65,452 miles (+3,690)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 65,452 miles
- Test number
- 657885174490
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass61,762 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 61,762 miles
- Test number
- 290559110868
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
- AdvisoryOil level low
Fail61,762 miles (+4,774)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,762 miles
- Test number
- 971180848404
- Repaired at testBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
- AdvisoryOil level low
Pass56,988 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 56,988 miles
- Test number
- 678832515056
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Fail56,988 miles (+4,110)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,988 miles
- Test number
- 746882715080
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Pass52,878 miles (+5,112)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 52,878 miles
- Test number
- 535386514073
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
Pass47,766 miles (+3,484)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 47,766 miles
- Test number
- 375149323092
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass44,282 miles (+5,084)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 44,282 miles
- Test number
- 736928272163
- NoteChild seat fitted nearside rear not allowing full inspection of adult seatbelt
Pass39,198 miles (+5,253)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 39,198 miles
- Test number
- 348321981159
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,945 miles (+5,577)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 33,945 miles
- Test number
- 441731580122
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass28,368 miles (+5,476)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 28,368 miles
- Test number
- 242042089490
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass22,892 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 22,892 miles
- Test number
- 130562588192
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L77 CEC
- Does L77 CEC currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L77 CEC is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L77 CEC?
- The MOT on L77 CEC is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L77 CEC done?
- L77 CEC was recorded at 97,393 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2026, an average of 4,218 miles a year.
- Has L77 CEC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L77 CEC has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
- Has the mileage on L77 CEC 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 L77 CEC find?
- L77 CEC passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2026 with 9 advisories: central lower gearbox mounting defective; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside, and 6 more.
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