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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

T121 SACMOT history

T121 SAC is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 19 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 157,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2025
Mileage
157,223 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T121 SAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T121 SAC was last recorded at 157,223 miles on 27 Mar 2024, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,207 miles · 18 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
9,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 157,223 miles
  • 2021 – 157,207 miles
  • 2020 – 153,043 miles
  • 2019 – 148,615 miles
  • 2018 – 147,779 miles
  • 2017 – 142,068 miles
  • 2016 – 126,576 miles
  • 2015 – 116,382 miles
  • 2014 – 111,417 miles
  • 2013 – 103,838 miles
  • 2012 – 92,931 miles
  • 2011 – 69,644 miles
  • 2010 – 48,877 miles
  • 2009 – 34,753 miles
  • 2008 – 18,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,223 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,223 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    157,223 miles
    Test number
    996538918792
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail157,207 miles (+4,164)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,207 miles
    Test number
    733288975864
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass153,043 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    153,043 miles
    Test number
    112620996233
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail153,042 miles (+4,427)4 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,042 miles
    Test number
    701241489552
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass148,615 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    148,615 miles
    Test number
    929808677080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail148,613 miles (+834)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,613 miles
    Test number
    408270586961
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass147,779 miles (+5,711)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    147,779 miles
    Test number
    329362920877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass142,068 miles (+15,492)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    142,068 miles
    Test number
    394049237706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,576 miles (+10,194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    126,576 miles
    Test number
    512439800404
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc corroded
  10. Pass116,382 miles (+4,965)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    116,382 miles
    Test number
    397172625464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass111,417 miles (+7,579)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    111,417 miles
    Test number
    485779114453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,838 miles (+10,907)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    103,838 miles
    Test number
    476503113336
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass92,931 miles (+23,287)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    92,931 miles
    Test number
    488104412428
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/S/R & O/S/R coil springs broken at the very end of the coil.
  14. Pass69,644 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    69,644 miles
    Test number
    109523111386
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Fail69,644 miles (+20,767)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,644 miles
    Test number
    907623611353
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Pass48,877 miles (+30)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    48,877 miles
    Test number
    433635210427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Fail48,847 miles (+14,094)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,847 miles
    Test number
    484824310381
    • FailureNearside Outer Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Pass34,753 miles (+15,770)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,753 miles
    Test number
    471118419367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,983 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    18,983 miles
    Test number
    461711638481
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T121 SAC

Does T121 SAC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T121 SAC expired on 26 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T121 SAC?
The MOT on T121 SAC expired on 26 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T121 SAC done?
T121 SAC was recorded at 157,223 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2024, an average of 9,016 miles a year.
Has T121 SAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T121 SAC has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T121 SAC 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 T121 SAC find?
T121 SAC passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2024 with 2 advisories: front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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