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BMW X3

White · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

L7 LWDMOT history

L7 LWD is a white diesel BMW X3 first used on 18 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 7 of 12 MOT tests, with 100,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

L7 LWD white BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
100,163 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
7 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,350 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 LWD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
18 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 LWD was last recorded at 100,163 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,162 miles · 12 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,350 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,163 miles
  • 2025 – 90,791 miles
  • 2024 – 81,208 miles
  • 2023 – 70,129 miles
  • 2022 – 58,698 miles
  • 2021 – 49,088 miles
  • 2020 – 37,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,163 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Upper Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear brake pads close to sensor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 16 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,163 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    100,163 miles
    Test number
    626843801611
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail100,162 miles (+9,371)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,162 miles
    Test number
    144492392745
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass90,791 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,791 miles
    Test number
    533285470786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail90,713 miles (+9,505)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,713 miles
    Test number
    673480505691
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass81,208 miles (+11,079)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    81,208 miles
    Test number
    554967350921
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test item removed from screen
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush shocker twisted on lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass70,129 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    70,129 miles
    Test number
    133163696747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Fail70,128 miles (+11,430)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,128 miles
    Test number
    882020567921
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Pass58,698 miles (+288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    58,698 miles
    Test number
    482362284690
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail58,410 miles (+9,322)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,410 miles
    Test number
    634228054679
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended center (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass49,088 miles (+11,759)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    49,088 miles
    Test number
    976027939684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,329 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    37,329 miles
    Test number
    579645273802
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads close to sensor
  12. Fail37,286 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,286 miles
    Test number
    419428200110
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads close to sensor

Questions about L7 LWD

Does L7 LWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 LWD is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 LWD?
The MOT on L7 LWD is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 LWD done?
L7 LWD was recorded at 100,163 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 10,350 miles a year.
Has L7 LWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 LWD has failed 5 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 LWD 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 L7 LWD find?
L7 LWD passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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