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BMW X3

White · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

V18 VSBMOT history

V18 VSB is a white diesel BMW X3 first used on 10 Apr 2014. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 134,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

V18 VSB white BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
134,663 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,282 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 VSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
10 Apr 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 VSB was last recorded at 134,663 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 135 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,528 miles · 31 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
135 miles
Average per year
9,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,663 miles
  • 2025 – 127,334 miles
  • 2024 – 120,768 miles
  • 2023 – 120,641 miles
  • 2022 – 116,085 miles
  • 2021 – 104,677 miles
  • 2020 – 96,343 miles
  • 2019 – 67,860 miles
  • 2018 – 48,594 miles
  • 2017 – 47,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,663 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Covers fitted underneath the vehicle

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 17 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,663 miles (+135)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    134,663 miles
    Test number
    913772757271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,528 miles (+7,194)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,528 miles
    Test number
    811620577306
    • MajorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,334 miles (+6,566)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    127,334 miles
    Test number
    305885976429
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted underneath the vehicle
    • AdvisoryTires on 2/3 mm

  4. Pass120,768 miles (+127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    120,768 miles
    Test number
    690818539472
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted underneath the vehicle

  5. Pass120,641 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    120,641 miles
    Test number
    837786431443
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted underneath the vehicle

  6. Fail120,641 miles (+4,556)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,641 miles
    Test number
    552160640526
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted underneath the vehicle

  7. Pass116,085 miles (+11,408)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    116,085 miles
    Test number
    884861660621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass104,677 miles (+8,334)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,677 miles
    Test number
    848892217009
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted unable to examine testable items

  9. Pass96,343 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    96,343 miles
    Test number
    388370321078
    • 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))

  10. Fail96,343 miles (+7,747)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,343 miles
    Test number
    503103980630
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass88,596 miles (+25)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,596 miles
    Test number
    181731464652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • 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))

  12. Fail88,571 miles (+20,711)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,571 miles
    Test number
    490008789902
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass67,860 miles (+19,266)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,860 miles
    Test number
    497114561431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,594 miles (+1,018)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    48,594 miles
    Test number
    210552251922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,576 miles
    Test number
    440743930262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V18 VSB

Does V18 VSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 VSB is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 VSB?
The MOT on V18 VSB is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 VSB done?
V18 VSB was recorded at 134,663 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 9,282 miles a year.
Has V18 VSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 VSB has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V18 VSB 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 V18 VSB find?
V18 VSB passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front one; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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