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BMW X3

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 2,993 cc

V5 TEFMOT history

V5 TEF is a grey diesel BMW X3 first used on 1 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 33,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

V5 TEF grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
33,739 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2021
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 TEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
1 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 TEF was last recorded at 33,739 miles on 17 Aug 2021, 3,626 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
30,113 miles · 19 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
3,626 miles
Average per year
3,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 33,739 miles
  • 2020 – 30,113 miles
  • 2019 – 27,745 miles
  • 2018 – 23,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 20 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    269890380867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    959227681982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    855756756000
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    250288301959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • 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))
  5. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    789573038222
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • 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))
  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    922231226212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    815271383581
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass33,739 miles (+3,626)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    33,739 miles
    Test number
    433236345645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,113 miles (+2,368)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    30,113 miles
    Test number
    332933172810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,745 miles (+4,676)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    27,745 miles
    Test number
    429163935264
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass23,069 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    23,069 miles
    Test number
    956643011407
    • 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))

Questions about V5 TEF

Does V5 TEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 TEF is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 TEF?
The MOT on V5 TEF is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 TEF done?
V5 TEF was recorded at 33,739 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2021, an average of 3,566 miles a year.
Has V5 TEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 TEF has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on V5 TEF 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 V5 TEF find?
V5 TEF passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre slightly damaged.

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