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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

V8 MDLMOT history

V8 MDL is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 20 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 85,424 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

V8 MDL black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
85,424 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 MDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
20 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 MDL was last recorded at 85,424 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 8,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
77,224 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,200 miles
Average per year
7,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,424 miles
  • 2024 – 77,224 miles
  • 2023 – 69,235 miles
  • 2022 – 60,516 miles
  • 2021 – 51,441 miles
  • 2020 – 45,105 miles
  • 2019 – 40,221 miles
  • 2018 – 32,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,424 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 19 Nov 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,424 miles (+8,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    85,424 miles
    Test number
    865134737008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted
  2. Pass77,224 miles (+7,989)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    77,224 miles
    Test number
    435126620155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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))
  3. Pass69,235 miles (+8,719)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    69,235 miles
    Test number
    237353796351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass60,516 miles (+9,075)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,516 miles
    Test number
    960787471694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,441 miles (+6,336)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    51,441 miles
    Test number
    659566774171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre misshaped
  6. Pass45,105 miles (+4,884)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    45,105 miles
    Test number
    287956041844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    40,221 miles
    Test number
    798364091656
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
  8. Fail40,221 miles (+8,173)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,221 miles
    Test number
    869593144681
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
  9. Pass32,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    32,048 miles
    Test number
    578250944213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 MDL

Does V8 MDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 MDL is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V8 MDL?
The MOT on V8 MDL is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 MDL done?
V8 MDL was recorded at 85,424 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 7,621 miles a year.
Has V8 MDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 MDL has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on V8 MDL 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 V8 MDL find?
V8 MDL passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play rack end; under shields fitted.

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