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BMW X3

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

T40 DSLMOT history

T40 DSL is a blue petrol BMW X3 first used on 24 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 115,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,326 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 DSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 DSL was last recorded at 115,326 miles on 12 Sept 2026, 3,059 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,267 miles · 31 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,059 miles
Average per year
5,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,326 miles
  • 2025 – 112,267 miles
  • 2023 – 106,325 miles
  • 2022 – 103,919 miles
  • 2021 – 101,498 miles
  • 2020 – 98,436 miles
  • 2019 – 93,130 miles
  • 2018 – 85,501 miles
  • 2017 – 80,632 miles
  • 2016 – 77,892 miles
  • 2015 – 72,794 miles
  • 2014 – 66,689 miles
  • 2013 – 54,582 miles
  • 2012 – 47,141 miles
  • 2011 – 40,611 miles
  • 2010 – 32,915 miles
  • 2009 – 22,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,326 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Child seat fitted to nearside rear unable to fully inspect adult set belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Damage to nearside front road wheel rim inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Small stone chip to front wind srceen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,326 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,326 miles
    Test number
    457523502801
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail115,326 miles (+3,059)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,326 miles
    Test number
    586709659401
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass112,267 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    112,267 miles
    Test number
    353476757588
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail112,267 miles (+5,942)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,267 miles
    Test number
    863418470973
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass106,325 miles (+2,406)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    106,325 miles
    Test number
    455002527659
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass103,919 miles (+2,421)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,919 miles
    Test number
    403117661870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,498 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,498 miles
    Test number
    589396375964
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail101,498 miles (+3,062)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,498 miles
    Test number
    363204526328
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass98,436 miles (+5,306)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,436 miles
    Test number
    934857943608
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass93,130 miles (+7,629)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,130 miles
    Test number
    210241607573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,501 miles (+4,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,501 miles
    Test number
    235680479925
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass80,632 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,632 miles
    Test number
    118718869018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,593 miles (+2,701)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,593 miles
    Test number
    732780912872
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release drivers seat belt buckle (5.2.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass77,892 miles (+47)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,892 miles
    Test number
    238611349993
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to nearside rear unable to fully inspect adult set belt
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside front road wheel rim inner edge
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip to front wind srceen

  15. Fail77,845 miles (+5,051)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,845 miles
    Test number
    723725521253
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Road wheel cracked where marked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating centre lamp (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to nearside rear unable to fully inspect adult set belt
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside front road wheel rim inner edge
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip to front wind srceen

  16. Pass72,794 miles (+6,105)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,794 miles
    Test number
    168829105297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,689 miles (+12,107)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,689 miles
    Test number
    979016514237
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration both number plates.
    • NoteInner front brake pads wearing low.
    • NoteNearside front inner bead rim slightly distorted.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  18. Pass54,582 miles (+7,441)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,582 miles
    Test number
    147559123218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass47,141 miles (+6,530)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,141 miles
    Test number
    455779172162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,611 miles (+7,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,611 miles
    Test number
    408885571150
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass32,915 miles (+10,582)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,915 miles
    Test number
    343486960144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,333 miles
    Test number
    411016379125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 DSL

Does T40 DSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 DSL is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 DSL?
The MOT on T40 DSL is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 DSL done?
T40 DSL was recorded at 115,326 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2026, an average of 5,402 miles a year.
Has T40 DSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 DSL has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 DSL 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 T40 DSL find?
T40 DSL passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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