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BMW X3

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 2,993 cc

LB15 BUWMOT history

LB15 BUW is a blue diesel BMW X3 first used on 19 Jun 2015. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 66,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
66,734 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB15 BUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
19 Jun 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB15 BUW was last recorded at 66,734 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,707 miles · 27 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
6,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,734 miles
  • 2025 – 57,671 miles
  • 2024 – 50,138 miles
  • 2023 – 44,264 miles
  • 2022 – 39,056 miles
  • 2021 – 30,282 miles
  • 2019 – 18,389 miles
  • 2018 – 15,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,734 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel damaged (wing)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/o/sRecorded 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 12 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,734 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    66,734 miles
    Test number
    855784217014
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel damaged (wing)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/o/s

  2. Fail66,707 miles (+9,036)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,707 miles
    Test number
    763260284804
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure code exposed 245/45/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel damaged (wing)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/45/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/o/s

  3. Pass57,671 miles (+7,533)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    57,671 miles
    Test number
    829493305915
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both sides

  4. Pass50,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    50,138 miles
    Test number
    581638040539
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail50,127 miles (+5,863)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,127 miles
    Test number
    926284144253
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass44,264 miles (+5,208)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    44,264 miles
    Test number
    227608610433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,056 miles (+8,774)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    39,056 miles
    Test number
    733168598383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,282 miles (+11,893)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    30,282 miles
    Test number
    319569544563
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass18,389 miles (+3,010)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    18,389 miles
    Test number
    330506051946
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective juddering but clears the screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass15,379 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    15,379 miles
    Test number
    172663906527
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread crack (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

Questions about LB15 BUW

Does LB15 BUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB15 BUW is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB15 BUW?
The MOT on LB15 BUW is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB15 BUW done?
LB15 BUW was recorded at 66,734 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 6,876 miles a year.
Has LB15 BUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB15 BUW has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB15 BUW 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 LB15 BUW find?
LB15 BUW passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate damaged; nearside front body panel damaged (wing); rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/o/s.

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