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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LG13 VBTMOT history

LG13 VBT is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 15 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 115,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

LG13 VBT black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
115,557 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG13 VBT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
15 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG13 VBT was last recorded at 115,557 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 2,249 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
113,308 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,249 miles
Average per year
9,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,557 miles
  • 2025 – 113,308 miles
  • 2024 – 95,538 miles
  • 2023 – 72,823 miles
  • 2022 – 56,997 miles
  • 2021 – 44,512 miles
  • 2020 – 40,109 miles
  • 2019 – 33,810 miles
  • 2018 – 24,551 miles
  • 2017 – 15,713 miles
  • 2016 – 10,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,557 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 11 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,557 miles (+2,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    115,557 miles
    Test number
    757903231830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass113,308 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    113,308 miles
    Test number
    509603979475
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail113,308 miles (+17,770)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,308 miles
    Test number
    966454749341
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass95,538 miles (+22,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    95,538 miles
    Test number
    328499540699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass72,823 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    72,823 miles
    Test number
    655543681003
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail72,823 miles (+15,826)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,823 miles
    Test number
    387554905707
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass56,997 miles (+2,748)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    56,997 miles
    Test number
    555889326483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,249 miles (+9,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    54,249 miles
    Test number
    447905707157
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass44,512 miles (+4,403)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    44,512 miles
    Test number
    552979339037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,109 miles (+6,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    40,109 miles
    Test number
    762216084075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass33,810 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    33,810 miles
    Test number
    640708814053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDiff leaking

  12. Fail33,810 miles (+9,259)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,810 miles
    Test number
    109704554311
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDiff leaking

  13. Pass24,551 miles (+8,838)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    24,551 miles
    Test number
    724951740171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,713 miles (+4,782)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    15,713 miles
    Test number
    780134860302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass10,931 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    10,931 miles
    Test number
    141829006470
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre has a metal object in the tyre
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre has a nail in the tread

Questions about LG13 VBT

Does LG13 VBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG13 VBT is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG13 VBT?
The MOT on LG13 VBT is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG13 VBT done?
LG13 VBT was recorded at 115,557 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 9,962 miles a year.
Has LG13 VBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG13 VBT has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LG13 VBT 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 LG13 VBT find?
LG13 VBT passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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