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BMW 1 Series

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,998 cc

X3 ABUMOT history

X3 ABU is a black petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 21 Dec 2017. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 77,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

X3 ABU black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
77,203 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 ABU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
21 Dec 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 ABU was last recorded at 77,203 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 18,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,340 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
18,863 miles
Average per year
10,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,203 miles
  • 2025 – 58,340 miles
  • 2024 – 56,370 miles
  • 2023 – 47,736 miles
  • 2022 – 37,091 miles
  • 2021 – 15,995 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,203 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine cover and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

9 tests since 13 Jan 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,203 miles (+18,863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    77,203 miles
    Test number
    877066361853
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass58,340 miles (+1,970)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    58,340 miles
    Test number
    205448865699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass56,370 miles (+8,634)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    56,370 miles
    Test number
    487975681478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,736 miles (+45)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    47,736 miles
    Test number
    221805923710
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  5. Fail47,691 miles (+10,600)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,691 miles
    Test number
    171443008046
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  6. Pass37,091 miles (+7,298)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    37,091 miles
    Test number
    230722442569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass29,793 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    29,793 miles
    Test number
    986889904090
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
  8. Fail29,771 miles (+13,776)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,771 miles
    Test number
    520854457893
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Recommend asap (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass15,995 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    15,995 miles
    Test number
    480768203817
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted as standard not allowing full inspection of some components

Questions about X3 ABU

Does X3 ABU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 ABU is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 ABU?
The MOT on X3 ABU is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 ABU done?
X3 ABU was recorded at 77,203 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 10,692 miles a year.
Has X3 ABU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 ABU has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on X3 ABU 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 X3 ABU find?
X3 ABU passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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