BMW logo

BMW X3

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

N99 RAOMOT history

N99 RAO is a white diesel BMW X3 first used on 30 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 97,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

N99 RAO white BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
97,203 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,325 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for N99 RAO in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
N99 RAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N99 RAO was last recorded at 97,203 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 8,098 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,105 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,098 miles
Average per year
6,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,203 miles
  • 2025 – 89,105 miles
  • 2024 – 83,217 miles
  • 2023 – 77,496 miles
  • 2022 – 71,381 miles
  • 2021 – 66,681 miles
  • 2019 – 60,123 miles
  • 2018 – 50,052 miles
  • 2017 – 44,436 miles
  • 2016 – 39,781 miles
  • 2015 – 32,542 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,203 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 27 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    97,203 miles
    Test number
    151835890534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,203 miles (+8,098)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,203 miles
    Test number
    147041269567
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass89,105 miles (+5,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    89,105 miles
    Test number
    345869528619
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass83,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    83,217 miles
    Test number
    311668164381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail83,211 miles (+5,715)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,211 miles
    Test number
    932733100909
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass77,496 miles (+6,115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,496 miles
    Test number
    868573035850
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass71,381 miles (+4,700)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    71,381 miles
    Test number
    439259604473
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass66,681 miles (+6,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    66,681 miles
    Test number
    799081949516
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass60,123 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    60,123 miles
    Test number
    817144278679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,027 miles (+9,975)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,027 miles
    Test number
    306308702852
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some items

  11. Pass50,052 miles (+5,616)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    50,052 miles
    Test number
    990800998118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,436 miles (+4,655)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    44,436 miles
    Test number
    937065461485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,781 miles (+7,239)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    39,781 miles
    Test number
    161959454415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,542 miles (+3,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    32,542 miles
    Test number
    405249885816
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass29,385 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,385 miles
    Test number
    186887115177
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about N99 RAO

Does N99 RAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N99 RAO is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on N99 RAO?
The MOT on N99 RAO is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N99 RAO done?
N99 RAO was recorded at 97,203 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 6,325 miles a year.
Has N99 RAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N99 RAO has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on N99 RAO 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 N99 RAO find?
N99 RAO passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all N99R registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.