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BMW X3

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

T30 LABMOT history

T30 LAB is a silver petrol BMW X3 first used on 8 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 140,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
140,917 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T30 LAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T30 LAB was last recorded at 140,917 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 11,158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,759 miles · 7 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
11,158 miles
Average per year
6,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,917 miles
  • 2024 – 129,759 miles
  • 2023 – 122,384 miles
  • 2022 – 117,301 miles
  • 2021 – 111,100 miles
  • 2020 – 109,853 miles
  • 2019 – 104,196 miles
  • 2018 – 99,024 miles
  • 2017 – 96,769 miles
  • 2016 – 90,520 miles
  • 2015 – 84,548 miles
  • 2014 – 75,146 miles
  • 2013 – 65,760 miles
  • 2012 – 57,074 miles
  • 2010 – 46,533 miles
  • 2009 – 41,049 miles
  • 2008 – 33,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,917 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer nsr outer cv boot perishing
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024

  • Centre Upper brake light has 30% not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,917 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    140,917 miles
    Test number
    292443662992
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer nsr outer cv boot perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail140,912 miles (+11,153)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,912 miles
    Test number
    669684446465
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer nsr outer cv boot perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass129,759 miles (+2)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    129,759 miles
    Test number
    998321740030
    • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail129,757 miles (+7,373)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,757 miles
    Test number
    441973890995
    • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • DangerousProp shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail front prop rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel both (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass122,384 miles (+5,083)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    122,384 miles
    Test number
    397876583619
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass117,301 miles (+6,201)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    117,301 miles
    Test number
    378984063365
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass111,100 miles (+1,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    111,100 miles
    Test number
    870624210961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass109,853 miles (+5,657)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    109,853 miles
    Test number
    337547101388
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass104,196 miles (+5,172)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,196 miles
    Test number
    528668147256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,024 miles (+2,255)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    99,024 miles
    Test number
    453660621876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,769 miles (+6,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    96,769 miles
    Test number
    564018447452
    • AdvisoryRear centre brake light not working.

  12. Pass90,520 miles (+48)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    90,520 miles
    Test number
    716893284369
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper brake light has 30% not working
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail90,472 miles (+5,924)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,472 miles
    Test number
    933558508916
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper brake light has 30% not working
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass84,548 miles (+9,402)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    84,548 miles
    Test number
    607077035069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,146 miles (+9,386)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    75,146 miles
    Test number
    778695024099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,760 miles (+8,686)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,760 miles
    Test number
    495284423083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,074 miles (+10,541)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,074 miles
    Test number
    926408622072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,533 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    46,533 miles
    Test number
    200758240329
    • NoteAnti slip warning light on dash

  19. Fail46,533 miles (+5,484)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,533 miles
    Test number
    430488140459
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteAnti slip warning light on dash

  20. Pass41,049 miles (+7,784)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    41,049 miles
    Test number
    471745019396
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front and nearside rear tyres slightly perished
    • NotePlastic covers fitted to outer sills

  21. Pass33,265 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,265 miles
    Test number
    133452918231
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion on brake discs

Questions about T30 LAB

Does T30 LAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T30 LAB expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T30 LAB?
The MOT on T30 LAB expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T30 LAB done?
T30 LAB was recorded at 140,917 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 6,263 miles a year.
Has T30 LAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T30 LAB has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T30 LAB 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 T30 LAB find?
T30 LAB passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.

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