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BMW X3

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

L7 MNSMOT history

L7 MNS is a silver diesel BMW X3 first used on 8 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 120,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

L7 MNS silver BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
120,125 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 MNS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
8 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 MNS was last recorded at 120,125 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 7,372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,753 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,372 miles
Average per year
7,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,125 miles
  • 2024 – 112,753 miles
  • 2023 – 105,188 miles
  • 2022 – 98,878 miles
  • 2021 – 92,070 miles
  • 2020 – 86,691 miles
  • 2019 – 81,817 miles
  • 2018 – 74,749 miles
  • 2017 – 65,832 miles
  • 2016 – 55,425 miles
  • 2015 – 43,420 miles
  • 2014 – 34,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,125 miles
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp slightly loose
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear diff weep

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,125 miles (+7,372)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    120,125 miles
    Test number
    212401454096
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp slightly loose
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear diff weep

  2. Pass112,753 miles (+7,565)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    112,753 miles
    Test number
    688871769879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass105,188 miles (+6,310)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    105,188 miles
    Test number
    677910245577
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass98,878 miles (+6,808)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    98,878 miles
    Test number
    962281871473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,070 miles (+5,379)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    92,070 miles
    Test number
    951238001872
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked - but not affecting beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp mount damaged - lamp still secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass86,691 miles (+4,874)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,691 miles
    Test number
    383935063084
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened advise replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened advise replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to o/s headlamp lens

  7. Pass81,817 miles (+7,068)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,817 miles
    Test number
    855645997462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,749 miles (+379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    74,749 miles
    Test number
    499717890589
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail74,370 miles (+8,538)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,370 miles
    Test number
    222192840974
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted touching strut. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass65,832 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    65,832 miles
    Test number
    589448724711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,775 miles (+10,350)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,775 miles
    Test number
    951075701410
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Headlamp insecure rear. (1.7.3)

  12. Pass55,425 miles (+12,005)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    55,425 miles
    Test number
    139355116734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,420 miles (+9,231)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    43,420 miles
    Test number
    666452147564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,189 miles (+717)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    34,189 miles
    Test number
    858490534374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    33,472 miles
    Test number
    159622284236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 MNS

Does L7 MNS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 MNS is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L7 MNS?
The MOT on L7 MNS is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 MNS done?
L7 MNS was recorded at 120,125 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 7,826 miles a year.
Has L7 MNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 MNS has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on L7 MNS 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 MNS find?
L7 MNS passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front exhaust clamp slightly loose; play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear diff weep.

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