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BMW X3

Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 2,993 cc

LD16 XEFMOT history

LD16 XEF is a silver diesel BMW X3 first used on 12 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 94,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

LD16 XEF silver BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
94,782 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD16 XEF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
12 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD16 XEF was last recorded at 94,782 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 8,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,782 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,000 miles
Average per year
8,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,782 miles
  • 2025 – 86,782 miles
  • 2024 – 77,901 miles
  • 2022 – 68,436 miles
  • 2021 – 57,241 miles
  • 2020 – 49,143 miles
  • 2019 – 39,377 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,782 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

8 tests since 17 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,782 miles (+8,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    94,782 miles
    Test number
    861363434921
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass86,782 miles (+8,881)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    86,782 miles
    Test number
    127662484675
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,901 miles (+9,465)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    77,901 miles
    Test number
    125238111017
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer cv boot covered on grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear brake disc lip
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing thin

  4. Pass68,436 miles (+11,195)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    68,436 miles
    Test number
    460906039159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,241 miles (+8,098)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    57,241 miles
    Test number
    972781798875
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff oil seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass49,143 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    49,143 miles
    Test number
    507117813429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail49,143 miles (+9,766)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,143 miles
    Test number
    775138769397
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass39,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    39,377 miles
    Test number
    221262901139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD16 XEF

Does LD16 XEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD16 XEF is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD16 XEF?
The MOT on LD16 XEF is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD16 XEF done?
LD16 XEF was recorded at 94,782 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 8,560 miles a year.
Has LD16 XEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD16 XEF has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on LD16 XEF 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 LD16 XEF find?
LD16 XEF passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides.

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