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BMW X3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

L77 NMHMOT history

L77 NMH is a blue petrol BMW X3 first used on 30 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 135,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2025.

L77 NMH blue BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2026
Mileage
135,824 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L77 NMH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L77 NMH was last recorded at 135,824 miles on 17 Apr 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,824 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,824 miles
  • 2024 – 133,105 miles
  • 2023 – 129,486 miles
  • 2022 – 122,870 miles
  • 2021 – 119,170 miles
  • 2020 – 115,176 miles
  • 2019 – 114,813 miles
  • 2018 – 110,199 miles
  • 2017 – 104,659 miles
  • 2016 – 98,502 miles
  • 2015 – 91,570 miles
  • 2014 – 82,674 miles
  • 2013 – 75,120 miles
  • 2012 – 67,393 miles
  • 2011 – 60,672 miles
  • 2010 – 46,421 miles
  • 2009 – 43,883 miles
  • 2008 – 29,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,824 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Both front arm front bushes deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Handbrake travel high

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Right hand end of centre stop light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,824 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    135,824 miles
    Test number
    607807014919
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail135,824 miles (+2,719)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,824 miles
    Test number
    823837615713
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,105 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    133,105 miles
    Test number
    833753833036
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc back plate loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail133,105 miles (+3,619)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,105 miles
    Test number
    251937921728
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc back plate held on with cable ties
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,486 miles (+6,616)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    129,486 miles
    Test number
    685050750208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    122,870 miles
    Test number
    302794515204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail122,870 miles (+3,700)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,870 miles
    Test number
    225358446290
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass119,170 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,170 miles
    Test number
    293417297240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail119,164 miles (+3,988)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,164 miles
    Test number
    350119987919
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail Front prop shaft rear universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass115,176 miles (+363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    115,176 miles
    Test number
    705954805991
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass114,813 miles (+4,614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,813 miles
    Test number
    700229401302
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively uj slight movement (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  12. Pass110,199 miles (+5,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    110,199 miles
    Test number
    731570636132
    • AdvisoryFront prop joint has slight play

  13. Pass104,659 miles (+6,157)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    104,659 miles
    Test number
    441399900610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,502 miles (+6,932)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    98,502 miles
    Test number
    699211901758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,570 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    91,570 miles
    Test number
    236991265043
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front arm front bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryRight hand end of centre stop light not working

  16. Fail91,570 miles (+8,896)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,570 miles
    Test number
    674868955608
    • DangerousFront propshaft rear universal coupling excessively worn and broken
    • FailureValve stem seriously damaged both front and offside rear (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front arm front bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryRight hand end of centre stop light not working

  17. Pass82,674 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    82,674 miles
    Test number
    739837644298
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll tyre valves perishing
    • NoteBoth front suspension arm bushes deteriorating
    • NoteBrake fluid down
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads low

  18. Fail82,674 miles (+7,554)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,674 miles
    Test number
    758286744263
    • FailureRear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll tyre valves perishing
    • NoteBoth front suspension arm bushes deteriorating
    • NoteBrake fluid down
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads low

  19. Pass75,120 miles (+7,727)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    75,120 miles
    Test number
    367060443476
    • NoteFront disc's and pads worn
    • NoteSmall oil leak from back of engine
    • NoteSmall screen damage

  20. Pass67,393 miles (+6,721)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    67,393 miles
    Test number
    339952842232
    • NoteSmall stone chips to windscreen in zone A

  21. Pass60,672 miles (+3,207)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    60,672 miles
    Test number
    336320251223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,465 miles (+11,044)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,465 miles
    Test number
    907278571026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,421 miles (+2,538)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,421 miles
    Test number
    502042560020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    43,883 miles
    Test number
    700231909335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,883 miles (+2,037)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,883 miles
    Test number
    252860209367
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass41,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    41,846 miles
    Test number
    523156789017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail41,846 miles (+12,378)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,846 miles
    Test number
    173666889077
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass29,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    29,468 miles
    Test number
    802060768001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail29,468 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,468 miles
    Test number
    263269558062
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L77 NMH

Does L77 NMH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L77 NMH expired on 18 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L77 NMH?
The MOT on L77 NMH expired on 18 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L77 NMH done?
L77 NMH was recorded at 135,824 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2025, an average of 6,207 miles a year.
Has L77 NMH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L77 NMH has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L77 NMH 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 NMH find?
L77 NMH passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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