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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

LC16 XAXMOT history

LC16 XAX is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 20 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 126,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

LC16 XAX black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
126,872 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC16 XAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
20 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC16 XAX was last recorded at 126,872 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,872 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
13,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,872 miles
  • 2024 – 117,977 miles
  • 2023 – 107,760 miles
  • 2022 – 100,081 miles
  • 2021 – 90,534 miles
  • 2020 – 67,492 miles
  • 2019 – 40,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,872 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 26 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,872 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    126,872 miles
    Test number
    113992818815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail126,872 miles (+8,895)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,872 miles
    Test number
    442476989670
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass117,977 miles (+67)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    117,977 miles
    Test number
    789845853090
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail117,910 miles (+10,150)1 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,910 miles
    Test number
    188702621472
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pad spring clip missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass107,760 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    107,760 miles
    Test number
    463450558596
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Fail107,758 miles (+7,677)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,758 miles
    Test number
    978782363841
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass100,081 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,081 miles
    Test number
    811534838364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,080 miles (+9,546)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,080 miles
    Test number
    398738087094
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  9. Pass90,534 miles (+23,042)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    90,534 miles
    Test number
    992472240304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,492 miles (+27,042)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    67,492 miles
    Test number
    589976325910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,450 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    40,450 miles
    Test number
    537152025466
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about LC16 XAX

Does LC16 XAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC16 XAX is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC16 XAX?
The MOT on LC16 XAX is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC16 XAX done?
LC16 XAX was recorded at 126,872 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 13,263 miles a year.
Has LC16 XAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC16 XAX has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LC16 XAX 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 LC16 XAX find?
LC16 XAX passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 1 more.

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