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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

S24 GSMMOT history

S24 GSM is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 12 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 109,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

S24 GSM black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
109,391 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S24 GSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S24 GSM was last recorded at 109,391 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 8,617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Oct 2014: 60,055 miles, lower than 78,637 miles on 5 Nov 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
100,774 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,617 miles
Average per year
4,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,391 miles
  • 2025 – 100,774 miles
  • 2024 – 95,423 miles
  • 2023 – 82,558 miles
  • 2022 – 81,924 miles
  • 2021 – 81,382 miles
  • 2020 – 80,628 miles
  • 2019 – 78,271 miles
  • 2018 – 74,444 miles
  • 2017 – 68,679 miles
  • 2016 – 65,087 miles
  • 2015 – 62,501 miles
  • 2014 – 60,055 miles
  • 2013 – 78,637 miles
  • 2012 – 52,314 miles
  • 2011 – 47,180 miles
  • 2010 – 43,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,391 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres bald on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,391 miles (+8,617)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    109,391 miles
    Test number
    879414051483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass100,774 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    100,774 miles
    Test number
    435301652450
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded...
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Fail100,774 miles (+5,351)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,774 miles
    Test number
    576741020143
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded...
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass95,423 miles (+243)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    95,423 miles
    Test number
    803057254804
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail95,180 miles (+12,622)8 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,180 miles
    Test number
    929932308416
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm outer ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper fails to clear screen
  6. Pass82,558 miles (+634)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    82,558 miles
    Test number
    821321315473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,924 miles (+542)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,924 miles
    Test number
    404178018430
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear subframe/suspension components generally corroded
  8. Pass81,382 miles (+754)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,382 miles
    Test number
    684080239440
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake hose slightly twisted
    • AdvisoryRear subframe/suspension components generally corroded
  9. Pass80,628 miles (+2,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,628 miles
    Test number
    247532340844
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
  10. Pass78,271 miles (+3,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,271 miles
    Test number
    612538842757
    • Advisory1/ n/s front brake slightly tight
    • Advisory2/ slight play in o/s front track rod end
  11. Pass74,444 miles (+5,765)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,444 miles
    Test number
    736698714289
    • Advisory1/ slight play in o/s of steering rack
    • Advisory2/ rear brake discs becoming distorted
    • Advisory3/ unable to check outer sills fully due to sill covers
  12. Pass68,679 miles (+3,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,679 miles
    Test number
    240814992542
    • Advisory1.outer sills not tested due to plastic covers fitted 2.n/s/f tyre wearing low on outside edge
  13. Pass65,087 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    65,087 miles
    Test number
    465964474414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,501 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,501 miles
    Test number
    954413731614
    • AdvisoryHand brake ratchet becoming poor.
  15. Fail62,495 miles (+2,440)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,495 miles
    Test number
    691649216958
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryHand brake ratchet becoming poor.
  16. Pass60,055 miles (-18,582)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,055 miles
    Test number
    746918994212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,637 miles (+26,323)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    78,637 miles
    Test number
    856719503349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    52,314 miles
    Test number
    346651722321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail52,313 miles (+5,133)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,313 miles
    Test number
    108041322311
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  20. Pass47,180 miles (+3,979)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,180 miles
    Test number
    407905421312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,201 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    43,201 miles
    Test number
    132286550358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,197 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,197 miles
    Test number
    434107040489
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteOil leak at diff

Questions about S24 GSM

Does S24 GSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S24 GSM is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S24 GSM?
The MOT on S24 GSM is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S24 GSM done?
S24 GSM was recorded at 109,391 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 4,331 miles a year.
Has S24 GSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S24 GSM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S24 GSM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Oct 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S24 GSM find?
S24 GSM passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge.

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