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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L90 DLMMOT history

L90 DLM is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 88,282 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

L90 DLM black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
88,282 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 DLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 DLM was last recorded at 88,282 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 12,593 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
75,689 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
12,593 miles
Average per year
6,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,282 miles
  • 2025 – 75,689 miles
  • 2024 – 66,747 miles
  • 2023 – 59,116 miles
  • 2022 – 51,690 miles
  • 2021 – 42,118 miles
  • 2020 – 37,657 miles
  • 2019 – 28,876 miles
  • 2018 – 24,500 miles
  • 2017 – 20,842 miles
  • 2016 – 16,582 miles
  • 2015 – 13,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,282 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 14 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,282 miles (+12,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    88,282 miles
    Test number
    773149884274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass75,689 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    75,689 miles
    Test number
    407831254176
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail75,689 miles (+8,942)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,689 miles
    Test number
    759948639864
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass66,747 miles (+7,631)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    66,747 miles
    Test number
    497563781802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass59,116 miles (+7,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    59,116 miles
    Test number
    308035628935
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play steering arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass51,690 miles (+9,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    51,690 miles
    Test number
    889331033491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass42,118 miles (+4,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    42,118 miles
    Test number
    705430687930
    • AdvisoryAdvice keep eye on all tyres

  8. Pass37,657 miles (+8,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    37,657 miles
    Test number
    375569258990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass28,876 miles (+4,376)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    28,876 miles
    Test number
    690107608010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass24,500 miles (+3,658)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    24,500 miles
    Test number
    390591425143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass20,842 miles (+4,260)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    20,842 miles
    Test number
    223305421257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass16,582 miles (+3,238)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    16,582 miles
    Test number
    462734314510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass13,344 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    13,344 miles
    Test number
    456463675006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about L90 DLM

Does L90 DLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 DLM is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 DLM?
The MOT on L90 DLM is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 DLM done?
L90 DLM was recorded at 88,282 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 6,772 miles a year.
Has L90 DLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 DLM has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 DLM 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 L90 DLM find?
L90 DLM passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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