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BMW X3

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

S31 AEFMOT history

S31 AEF is a silver diesel BMW X3 first used on 30 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 109,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

S31 AEF silver BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
109,854 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 AEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 AEF was last recorded at 109,854 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,854 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,854 miles
  • 2025 – 107,405 miles
  • 2024 – 104,552 miles
  • 2022 – 100,344 miles
  • 2021 – 95,512 miles
  • 2020 – 93,117 miles
  • 2019 – 90,212 miles
  • 2018 – 88,242 miles
  • 2017 – 82,441 miles
  • 2016 – 73,246 miles
  • 2015 – 65,928 miles
  • 2014 – 58,342 miles
  • 2013 – 51,503 miles
  • 2012 – 43,249 miles
  • 2011 – 34,029 miles
  • 2010 – 26,294 miles
  • 2009 – 15,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,854 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,854 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    109,854 miles
    Test number
    990506531521
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail109,854 miles (+2,449)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,854 miles
    Test number
    878526215095
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass107,405 miles (+2,853)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    107,405 miles
    Test number
    157820307689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass104,552 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    104,552 miles
    Test number
    104152358935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail104,547 miles (+4,203)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,547 miles
    Test number
    754649158966
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass100,344 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,344 miles
    Test number
    902158479447
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail100,344 miles (+4,832)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,344 miles
    Test number
    892329536432
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashing with indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass95,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    95,512 miles
    Test number
    344207008165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,512 miles (+2,395)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,512 miles
    Test number
    293135929272
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass93,117 miles (+2,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,117 miles
    Test number
    581147521183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass90,212 miles (+1,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,212 miles
    Test number
    166096515221
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  12. Pass88,242 miles (+5,801)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    88,242 miles
    Test number
    277224825748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,441 miles (+9,195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,441 miles
    Test number
    755574735190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass73,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,246 miles
    Test number
    259421626726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,246 miles (+7,318)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,246 miles
    Test number
    431011194428
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass65,928 miles (+7,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    65,928 miles
    Test number
    465635655151
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass58,342 miles (+6,839)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,342 miles
    Test number
    525170574114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,503 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    51,503 miles
    Test number
    995776593200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,502 miles (+8,253)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,502 miles
    Test number
    147368283253
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass43,249 miles (+9,220)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    43,249 miles
    Test number
    125119322271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,029 miles (+7,735)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    34,029 miles
    Test number
    398398801449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,294 miles (+10,419)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    26,294 miles
    Test number
    732688000295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    15,875 miles
    Test number
    711717359191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S31 AEF

Does S31 AEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 AEF is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 AEF?
The MOT on S31 AEF is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 AEF done?
S31 AEF was recorded at 109,854 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 5,567 miles a year.
Has S31 AEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 AEF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S31 AEF 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 S31 AEF find?
S31 AEF passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; oil leak, but not excessive.

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