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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

T27 LJFMOT history

T27 LJF is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 16 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 73,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
73,821 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T27 LJF
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
16 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T27 LJF was last recorded at 73,821 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,792 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
4,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,821 miles
  • 2025 – 65,347 miles
  • 2024 – 64,921 miles
  • 2023 – 64,084 miles
  • 2022 – 63,341 miles
  • 2021 – 61,008 miles
  • 2020 – 58,549 miles
  • 2019 – 53,686 miles
  • 2018 – 48,141 miles
  • 2017 – 42,357 miles
  • 2016 – 34,828 miles
  • 2015 – 26,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,821 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed on limit (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTPMS light illuminated

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,821 miles (+29)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    73,821 miles
    Test number
    924883851934
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed on limit (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light illuminated
  2. Fail73,792 miles (+8,445)1 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,792 miles
    Test number
    562231856042
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed on limit (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass65,347 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    65,347 miles
    Test number
    513134229567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Fail65,347 miles (+426)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,347 miles
    Test number
    279868010870
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass64,921 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    64,921 miles
    Test number
    333811394274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass64,084 miles (+743)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    64,084 miles
    Test number
    225731905035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,341 miles (+2,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    63,341 miles
    Test number
    594237364207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  8. Pass61,008 miles (+2,459)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    61,008 miles
    Test number
    539706604338
    • AdvisoryCheck brake pads,message is displayed and warning lamp is on.
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Pass58,549 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    58,549 miles
    Test number
    741602680006
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Message displayed"check brake pads"
  10. Fail58,549 miles (+4,863)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,549 miles
    Test number
    660344425589
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Message displayed"check brake pads"
  11. Pass53,686 miles (+5,545)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    53,686 miles
    Test number
    802744861196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,141 miles (+5,784)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    48,141 miles
    Test number
    701670653311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,357 miles
    Test number
    931083963707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,357 miles (+7,529)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,357 miles
    Test number
    743665086744
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  15. Pass34,828 miles (+7,968)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,828 miles
    Test number
    316366343115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    26,860 miles
    Test number
    138872275045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T27 LJF

Does T27 LJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T27 LJF is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T27 LJF?
The MOT on T27 LJF is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T27 LJF done?
T27 LJF was recorded at 73,821 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 4,251 miles a year.
Has T27 LJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T27 LJF has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T27 LJF 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 T27 LJF find?
T27 LJF passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm, and 5 more.

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