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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

W5 VNKMOT history

W5 VNK is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 29 Dec 2016. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 30,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

W5 VNK black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
30,805 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 VNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Dec 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 VNK was last recorded at 30,805 miles on 27 May 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,793 miles · 22 May 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 30,805 miles
  • 2025 – 26,615 miles
  • 2024 – 23,793 miles
  • 2023 – 20,173 miles
  • 2022 – 16,045 miles
  • 2020 – 11,360 miles
  • 2019 – 8,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,805 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

11 tests since 18 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,805 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    30,805 miles
    Test number
    779017230161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail30,793 miles (+4,178)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,793 miles
    Test number
    115779349398
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass26,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    26,615 miles
    Test number
    956997904400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail26,615 miles (+2,822)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,615 miles
    Test number
    821764780108
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass23,793 miles (+3,620)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    23,793 miles
    Test number
    167104171323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass20,173 miles (+4,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    20,173 miles
    Test number
    714046753814
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass16,045 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    16,045 miles
    Test number
    659974159889
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail16,045 miles (+4,685)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,045 miles
    Test number
    288176463812
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass11,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    11,360 miles
    Test number
    782627155467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail11,358 miles (+3,013)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,358 miles
    Test number
    893737850585
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  11. Pass8,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    8,345 miles
    Test number
    391229039107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W5 VNK

Does W5 VNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 VNK is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on W5 VNK?
The MOT on W5 VNK is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 VNK done?
W5 VNK was recorded at 30,805 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 3,488 miles a year.
Has W5 VNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 VNK has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on W5 VNK 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 W5 VNK find?
W5 VNK passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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