BMW X3
Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc
V15 ALHMOT history
V15 ALH is a grey diesel BMW X3 first used on 21 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 129,024 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 24 Mar 2024
- Mileage
- 129,024 mi
- At MOT on 21 Feb 2023
- MOT tests
- 21
- 16 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 6,971 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V15 ALH
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- X3
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,995 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 21 Mar 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 24 Mar 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 25 Mar 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
V15 ALH was last recorded at 129,024 miles on 21 Feb 2023, 8,768 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2022.
Mileage went down between tests
- 18 Nov 2020: 119,176 miles, lower than 135,402 miles on 15 May 2019.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 120,256 miles · 22 Feb 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 8,768 miles
- Average per year
- 6,971 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 129,024 miles
- 2022 – 120,256 miles
- 2020 – 119,176 miles
- 2019 – 135,402 miles
- 2018 – 130,971 miles
- 2017 – 120,712 miles
- 2016 – 111,627 miles
- 2015 – 104,805 miles
- 2014 – 95,147 miles
- 2013 – 81,633 miles
- 2012 – 76,900 miles
- 2011 – 71,263 miles
- 2010 – 66,299 miles
- 2009 – 56,615 miles
- 2008 – 37,630 miles
- 2007 – 23,386 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in o/s and small chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.7mm. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))
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, 2022–2023
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged slightly frayed
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin All rear pads
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015
Full MOT history
21 tests since 27 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
PassMileage not read1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 950085510795
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in o/s and small chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.7mm. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))
Fail129,024 miles (+8,768)4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 129,024 miles
- Test number
- 280959258860
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- 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))
Pass120,256 miles (+1,080)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 120,256 miles
- Test number
- 889777259590
- AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess rear gear box mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))
- 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))
Pass119,176 miles (-16,226)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 119,176 miles
- Test number
- 166949493395
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryHand brake on 16%.very poor
Pass135,402 miles (+35)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 135,402 miles
- Test number
- 616167395709
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged slightly frayed (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin All rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail135,367 miles (+4,396)2 major1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,367 miles
- Test number
- 292431280304
- MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged slightly frayed (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin All rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass130,971 miles (+10,259)
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2019
- Odometer
- 130,971 miles
- Test number
- 915064925991
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass120,712 miles (+9,085)
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2018
- Odometer
- 120,712 miles
- Test number
- 635435111511
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass111,627 miles (+6,822)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2017
- Odometer
- 111,627 miles
- Test number
- 493965402707
- AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp loose
Pass104,805 miles (+9,658)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 104,805 miles
- Test number
- 288411005113
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass95,147 miles5 advisories6 notes
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2015
- Odometer
- 95,147 miles
- Test number
- 217833834111
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteRear centre seat belt buckle trapped under seat/missing
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteNearside front tyre has damaged outer sidewall
- NoteNearside front tyre inner sidewall slight cut
- NoteNearside wiper deteriated
Fail95,143 miles (+13,510)4 failures5 advisories6 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,143 miles
- Test number
- 948883634124
- FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteRear centre seat belt buckle trapped under seat/missing
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteNearside front tyre has damaged outer sidewall
- NoteNearside front tyre inner sidewall slight cut
- NoteNearside wiper deteriated
Pass81,633 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2014
- Odometer
- 81,633 miles
- Test number
- 596182243165
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail81,633 miles (+4,733)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,633 miles
- Test number
- 268702443143
- FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Pass76,900 miles (+5,637)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 76,900 miles
- Test number
- 955018562148
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,263 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 71,263 miles
- Test number
- 249519651178
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail71,263 miles (+4,964)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,263 miles
- Test number
- 516898651139
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
Pass66,299 miles (+9,684)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 66,299 miles
- Test number
- 403497880142
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteFront disc/s worn
Pass56,615 miles (+18,985)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 56,615 miles
- Test number
- 314181349390
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass37,630 miles (+14,244)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 37,630 miles
- Test number
- 650787558306
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass23,386 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Dec 2008
- Odometer
- 23,386 miles
- Test number
- 531101067309
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about V15 ALH
- Does V15 ALH currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on V15 ALH expired on 24 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on V15 ALH?
- The MOT on V15 ALH expired on 24 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has V15 ALH done?
- V15 ALH was recorded at 129,024 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2023, an average of 6,971 miles a year.
- Has V15 ALH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V15 ALH has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2023.
- Has the mileage on V15 ALH ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on V15 ALH find?
- V15 ALH passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in o/s and small chip.; nearside rear nail in tyre; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.7mm., and 1 more.
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