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BMW X3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

V2 SHOMOT history

V2 SHO is a grey petrol BMW X3 first used on 30 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 146,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

V2 SHO grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
146,742 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V2 SHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V2 SHO was last recorded at 146,742 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 6,532 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,210 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,532 miles
Average per year
5,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,742 miles
  • 2025 – 140,210 miles
  • 2022 – 129,300 miles
  • 2021 – 116,058 miles
  • 2020 – 109,557 miles
  • 2019 – 105,163 miles
  • 2018 – 96,682 miles
  • 2017 – 85,268 miles
  • 2016 – 77,604 miles
  • 2015 – 72,968 miles
  • 2014 – 68,421 miles
  • 2013 – 63,129 miles
  • 2012 – 58,496 miles
  • 2011 – 55,736 miles
  • 2010 – 52,656 miles
  • 2009 – 48,981 miles
  • 2008 – 45,395 miles
  • 2007 – 40,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,742 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • 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))

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.

  • Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nsf+osf

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nsr+osr tyres worn on inner edge + perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,742 miles (+6,532)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    146,742 miles
    Test number
    914959660166
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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))
  2. Pass140,210 miles (+10,910)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    140,210 miles
    Test number
    603949782419
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs rusty (1.1.14 (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))
  3. Pass129,300 miles (+13,242)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    129,300 miles
    Test number
    706286835896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass116,058 miles (+6,501)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    116,058 miles
    Test number
    716729004372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass109,557 miles (+4,394)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,557 miles
    Test number
    351565027882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass105,163 miles (+8,481)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,163 miles
    Test number
    907689924727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,682 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    96,682 miles
    Test number
    735111600725
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nsf+osf (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsr+osr tyres worn on inner edge + perished
  8. Fail96,681 miles (+11,413)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,681 miles
    Test number
    138141806107
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nsf+osf (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsr+osr tyres worn on inner edge + perished
  9. Pass85,268 miles (+7,664)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    85,268 miles
    Test number
    170696269723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,604 miles (+4,636)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    77,604 miles
    Test number
    384876822725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,968 miles (+4,547)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    72,968 miles
    Test number
    321984086744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,421 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    68,421 miles
    Test number
    939634194282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,318 miles (+5,189)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,318 miles
    Test number
    136738184223
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre showing cracking to tread but not showing cords
    • NoteN/s/r tyre showing cracking to tread but not showing cords
  14. Pass63,129 miles (+4,633)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    63,129 miles
    Test number
    455489283288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,496 miles (+2,760)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    58,496 miles
    Test number
    289627882211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,736 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,736 miles
    Test number
    578541291266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,656 miles (+3,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,656 miles
    Test number
    433852080272
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass48,981 miles (+3,586)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    48,981 miles
    Test number
    143993589281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,395 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,395 miles
    Test number
    662093798268
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass45,395 miles (+5,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,395 miles
    Test number
    762153198268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass40,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    40,087 miles
    Test number
    531059367267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,087 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,087 miles
    Test number
    894229567213
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about V2 SHO

Does V2 SHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V2 SHO is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V2 SHO?
The MOT on V2 SHO is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V2 SHO done?
V2 SHO was recorded at 146,742 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 5,674 miles a year.
Has V2 SHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V2 SHO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on V2 SHO 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 V2 SHO find?
V2 SHO passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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