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BMW X3

Red · Diesel · 2016 · 2,993 cc

S31 UBYMOT history

S31 UBY is a red diesel BMW X3 first used on 16 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 87,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

S31 UBY red BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
87,954 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 UBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
16 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 UBY was last recorded at 87,954 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 6,001 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,953 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,001 miles
Average per year
6,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,954 miles
  • 2025 – 81,953 miles
  • 2024 – 75,659 miles
  • 2023 – 69,359 miles
  • 2022 – 65,184 miles
  • 2021 – 56,959 miles
  • 2020 – 50,752 miles
  • 2019 – 39,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,954 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 28 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,954 miles (+6,001)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    87,954 miles
    Test number
    224527407904
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass81,953 miles (+6,294)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    81,953 miles
    Test number
    551669880295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass75,659 miles (+6,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    75,659 miles
    Test number
    413150728414
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass69,359 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    69,359 miles
    Test number
    221814054117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail69,353 miles (+4,169)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,353 miles
    Test number
    154532461249
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass65,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    65,184 miles
    Test number
    612396618930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail65,182 miles (+8,223)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,182 miles
    Test number
    501283906055
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass56,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,959 miles
    Test number
    562988693941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,959 miles (+6,207)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,959 miles
    Test number
    737564037950
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass50,752 miles (+11,394)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    50,752 miles
    Test number
    282257001988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,358 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    39,358 miles
    Test number
    387647543764
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail39,358 miles1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,358 miles
    Test number
    409824398647
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about S31 UBY

Does S31 UBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 UBY is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 UBY?
The MOT on S31 UBY is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 UBY done?
S31 UBY was recorded at 87,954 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 6,782 miles a year.
Has S31 UBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 UBY has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S31 UBY 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 UBY find?
S31 UBY passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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