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BMW X3

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L8 HEVMOT history

L8 HEV is a white diesel BMW X3 first used on 1 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 136,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

L8 HEV white BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
136,447 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 HEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
1 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 HEV was last recorded at 136,447 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,411 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
12,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,447 miles
  • 2025 – 125,148 miles
  • 2024 – 111,950 miles
  • 2023 – 98,265 miles
  • 2022 – 82,597 miles
  • 2021 – 69,384 miles
  • 2020 – 58,868 miles
  • 2019 – 44,963 miles
  • 2018 – 31,794 miles
  • 2017 – 18,944 miles
  • 2016 – 15,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,447 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear subframe & arms corrodedRecorded 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 Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,447 miles (+36)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    136,447 miles
    Test number
    101306478734
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe & arms corroded

  2. Fail136,411 miles (+11,263)2 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,411 miles
    Test number
    292956878394
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe & arms corroded

  3. Pass125,148 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    125,148 miles
    Test number
    852105994647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail124,982 miles (+13,032)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,982 miles
    Test number
    601688251580
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass111,950 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    111,950 miles
    Test number
    785633014731
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail111,950 miles (+13,685)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,950 miles
    Test number
    252374537002
    • DangerousRoad wheel more than one fixing missing one on each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass98,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    98,265 miles
    Test number
    154858367393
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail98,265 miles (+15,668)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,265 miles
    Test number
    425005352598
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass82,597 miles (+13,213)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    82,597 miles
    Test number
    520923544820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,384 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,384 miles
    Test number
    669535234999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail69,384 miles (+10,516)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,384 miles
    Test number
    895829677663
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass58,868 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    58,868 miles
    Test number
    644179190207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail58,865 miles (+13,902)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,865 miles
    Test number
    719341659717
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass44,963 miles (+13,169)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,963 miles
    Test number
    407398577503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,794 miles (+12,850)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    31,794 miles
    Test number
    835657123868
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass18,944 miles (+3,358)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    18,944 miles
    Test number
    999946102799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    15,586 miles
    Test number
    223509088728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 HEV

Does L8 HEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 HEV is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 HEV?
The MOT on L8 HEV is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 HEV done?
L8 HEV was recorded at 136,447 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 12,038 miles a year.
Has L8 HEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 HEV has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 HEV 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 L8 HEV find?
L8 HEV passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; front shock absorbers corroded, and 3 more.

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