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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

X30 ARDMOT history

X30 ARD is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 1 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 119,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

X30 ARD black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
119,367 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X30 ARD
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
1 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X30 ARD was last recorded at 119,367 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 3,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,517 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,850 miles
Average per year
11,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,367 miles
  • 2025 – 115,517 miles
  • 2024 – 109,300 miles
  • 2023 – 82,488 miles
  • 2022 – 71,664 miles
  • 2021 – 55,797 miles
  • 2020 – 46,806 miles
  • 2019 – 35,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,367 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,367 miles (+3,850)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    119,367 miles
    Test number
    500025162049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,517 miles (+6,217)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    115,517 miles
    Test number
    559176862168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,300 miles (+26,812)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    109,300 miles
    Test number
    106181665758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,488 miles (+10,824)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,488 miles
    Test number
    345797539448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,664 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,664 miles
    Test number
    404377714373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail71,663 miles (+15,866)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,663 miles
    Test number
    690435966358
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass55,797 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    55,797 miles
    Test number
    766725117295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Fail55,794 miles (+8,988)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,794 miles
    Test number
    501726511246
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2mm plus worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass46,806 miles (+11,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    46,806 miles
    Test number
    561178838625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass35,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    35,698 miles
    Test number
    220077345628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail35,698 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,698 miles
    Test number
    409764250548
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Questions about X30 ARD

Does X30 ARD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X30 ARD is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X30 ARD?
The MOT on X30 ARD is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X30 ARD done?
X30 ARD was recorded at 119,367 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 11,882 miles a year.
Has X30 ARD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X30 ARD has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on X30 ARD 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 X30 ARD find?
X30 ARD passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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