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BMW X3

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

V12 EWEMOT history

V12 EWE is a red diesel BMW X3 first used on 3 Feb 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 96,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

V12 EWE red BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
96,615 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 EWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
3 Feb 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 EWE was last recorded at 96,615 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 8,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,568 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,047 miles
Average per year
6,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,615 miles
  • 2024 – 88,568 miles
  • 2023 – 83,880 miles
  • 2022 – 79,160 miles
  • 2021 – 74,609 miles
  • 2020 – 68,746 miles
  • 2019 – 64,531 miles
  • 2018 – 55,988 miles
  • 2017 – 49,567 miles
  • 2016 – 43,105 miles
  • 2015 – 36,416 miles
  • 2014 – 19,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,615 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All front and rear suspension components corroded (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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Slight play at inner steering rack ends

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,615 miles (+8,047)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    96,615 miles
    Test number
    274038121761
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All front and rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass88,568 miles (+4,688)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    88,568 miles
    Test number
    251681144965
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass83,880 miles (+4,720)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    83,880 miles
    Test number
    306551378646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,160 miles (+4,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    79,160 miles
    Test number
    894455234213
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 brake discs show signs of wear and slight corrosion to surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All front and rear pads wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass74,609 miles (+5,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    74,609 miles
    Test number
    835101204851
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass68,746 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    68,746 miles
    Test number
    331458996756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail68,743 miles (+4,212)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,743 miles
    Test number
    726287179052
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass64,531 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,531 miles
    Test number
    832073968774
    • AdvisorySlight play at inner steering rack ends

  9. Fail64,529 miles (+8,541)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,529 miles
    Test number
    382936992179
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play at inner steering rack ends

  10. Pass55,988 miles (+6,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    55,988 miles
    Test number
    753713030966
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass49,567 miles (+6,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    49,567 miles
    Test number
    128248408856
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing within treads

  12. Pass43,105 miles (+6,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    43,105 miles
    Test number
    857433786519
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass36,416 miles (+6,845)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    36,416 miles
    Test number
    813734082114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,571 miles (+9,780)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    29,571 miles
    Test number
    158899315467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    19,791 miles
    Test number
    169726904028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V12 EWE

Does V12 EWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 EWE is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 EWE?
The MOT on V12 EWE is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 EWE done?
V12 EWE was recorded at 96,615 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 6,393 miles a year.
Has V12 EWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 EWE has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on V12 EWE 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 V12 EWE find?
V12 EWE passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension components corroded.

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