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BMW X3

White · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

S21 ARKMOT history

S21 ARK is a white diesel BMW X3 first used on 30 Jun 2017. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 84,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

S21 ARK white BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
84,901 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 ARK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
30 Jun 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 ARK was last recorded at 84,901 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 3,899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,002 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,899 miles
Average per year
6,118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,901 miles
  • 2025 – 81,002 miles
  • 2024 – 74,810 miles
  • 2023 – 68,595 miles
  • 2022 – 62,047 miles
  • 2021 – 55,916 miles
  • 2020 – 48,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,901 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 22 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,901 miles (+3,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    84,901 miles
    Test number
    470306685713
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass81,002 miles (+52)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,002 miles
    Test number
    304011699467
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail80,950 miles (+6,140)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,950 miles
    Test number
    368427364131
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass74,810 miles (+6,215)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,810 miles
    Test number
    410889318514
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass68,595 miles (+6,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,595 miles
    Test number
    189237346540
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass62,047 miles (+6,131)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,047 miles
    Test number
    200526940916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,916 miles (+7,178)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,916 miles
    Test number
    587276740280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Pass48,738 miles (+2,310)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    48,738 miles
    Test number
    171572568400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass46,428 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    46,428 miles
    Test number
    826987024569
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted to vehicle
  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    812313032702
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about S21 ARK

Does S21 ARK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 ARK is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 ARK?
The MOT on S21 ARK is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 ARK done?
S21 ARK was recorded at 84,901 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 6,118 miles a year.
Has S21 ARK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 ARK has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S21 ARK 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 S21 ARK find?
S21 ARK passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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