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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S88 DLCMOT history

S88 DLC is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 6 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 146,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

S88 DLC black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
146,758 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 DLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 DLC was last recorded at 146,758 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 7,953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,805 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,953 miles
Average per year
9,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,758 miles
  • 2025 – 138,805 miles
  • 2024 – 130,395 miles
  • 2023 – 123,310 miles
  • 2022 – 112,302 miles
  • 2021 – 103,237 miles
  • 2020 – 96,158 miles
  • 2019 – 83,883 miles
  • 2018 – 71,898 miles
  • 2017 – 61,529 miles
  • 2016 – 50,999 miles
  • 2015 – 38,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,758 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

14 tests since 1 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,758 miles (+7,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    146,758 miles
    Test number
    111010655026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass138,805 miles (+8,410)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    138,805 miles
    Test number
    199957365776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge feathering on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass130,395 miles (+7,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    130,395 miles
    Test number
    439204398868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass123,310 miles (+11,008)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    123,310 miles
    Test number
    178581800378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,302 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    112,302 miles
    Test number
    541439638586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail112,282 miles (+9,045)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,282 miles
    Test number
    117371466705
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass103,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    103,237 miles
    Test number
    787468064712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail103,237 miles (+7,079)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,237 miles
    Test number
    520006506361
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass96,158 miles (+12,275)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,158 miles
    Test number
    786361063237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,883 miles (+11,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    83,883 miles
    Test number
    414277951288
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass71,898 miles (+10,369)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    71,898 miles
    Test number
    677486361811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,529 miles (+10,530)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    61,529 miles
    Test number
    187347546351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,999 miles (+12,043)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    50,999 miles
    Test number
    579079718779
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside/offside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted

  14. Pass38,956 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,956 miles
    Test number
    647152655133
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about S88 DLC

Does S88 DLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 DLC is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 DLC?
The MOT on S88 DLC is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 DLC done?
S88 DLC was recorded at 146,758 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 9,599 miles a year.
Has S88 DLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 DLC has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S88 DLC 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 S88 DLC find?
S88 DLC passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front drag link end ball joint has slight play.

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