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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

X16 RFFMOT history

X16 RFF is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 30 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 111,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

X16 RFF black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
111,503 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X16 RFF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X16 RFF was last recorded at 111,503 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 11,846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,657 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,846 miles
Average per year
7,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,503 miles
  • 2025 – 99,657 miles
  • 2024 – 91,644 miles
  • 2023 – 86,412 miles
  • 2022 – 79,312 miles
  • 2021 – 71,394 miles
  • 2020 – 64,938 miles
  • 2019 – 56,408 miles
  • 2018 – 49,407 miles
  • 2017 – 42,777 miles
  • 2016 – 38,064 miles
  • 2015 – 29,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,503 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most arms inner bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,503 miles (+11,846)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    111,503 miles
    Test number
    855988777811
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most arms inner bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass99,657 miles (+8,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    99,657 miles
    Test number
    318073731782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass91,644 miles (+5,232)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    91,644 miles
    Test number
    854345652404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass86,412 miles (+7,100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    86,412 miles
    Test number
    942041872870
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass79,312 miles (+7,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    79,312 miles
    Test number
    181748444070
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass71,394 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    71,394 miles
    Test number
    568193292050
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail71,370 miles (+6,432)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,370 miles
    Test number
    736187634441
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass64,938 miles (+8,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,938 miles
    Test number
    699618564918
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass56,408 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,408 miles
    Test number
    322851407233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail56,408 miles (+7,001)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,408 miles
    Test number
    396884493628
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass49,407 miles (+6,630)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    49,407 miles
    Test number
    487840130803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,777 miles (+4,713)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,777 miles
    Test number
    740852013321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,064 miles (+8,122)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    38,064 miles
    Test number
    140129665848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass29,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,942 miles
    Test number
    788222215160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about X16 RFF

Does X16 RFF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X16 RFF is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X16 RFF?
The MOT on X16 RFF is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X16 RFF done?
X16 RFF was recorded at 111,503 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 7,492 miles a year.
Has X16 RFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X16 RFF has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on X16 RFF 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 X16 RFF find?
X16 RFF passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear inner position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arms inner bushes both sides; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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