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BMW X3

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

X3 CEFMOT history

X3 CEF is a silver diesel BMW X3 first used on 8 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 130,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

X3 CEF silver BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
130,079 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 CEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 CEF was last recorded at 130,079 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,079 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,079 miles
  • 2024 – 129,064 miles
  • 2023 – 126,943 miles
  • 2022 – 123,122 miles
  • 2021 – 121,525 miles
  • 2020 – 116,220 miles
  • 2019 – 110,083 miles
  • 2018 – 103,694 miles
  • 2017 – 96,819 miles
  • 2016 – 90,384 miles
  • 2015 – 82,773 miles
  • 2014 – 75,696 miles
  • 2013 – 69,565 miles
  • 2012 – 62,703 miles
  • 2011 – 56,117 miles
  • 2010 – 47,949 miles
  • 2009 – 41,890 miles
  • 2008 – 35,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,079 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,079 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    130,079 miles
    Test number
    982833630549
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail130,079 miles (+1,015)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,079 miles
    Test number
    855681169263
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,064 miles (+2,121)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    129,064 miles
    Test number
    711294920085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass126,943 miles (+3,821)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,943 miles
    Test number
    393820737277
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass123,122 miles (+1,597)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    123,122 miles
    Test number
    562206416802
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass121,525 miles (+5,305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    121,525 miles
    Test number
    289201408293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass116,220 miles (+6,137)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    116,220 miles
    Test number
    150424926339
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Widespread corrosion under vehicle

  8. Pass110,083 miles (+6,389)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,083 miles
    Test number
    772445625622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,694 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,694 miles
    Test number
    456501493887
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Fail103,694 miles (+6,875)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,694 miles
    Test number
    881310397703
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass96,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    96,819 miles
    Test number
    268694304604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail96,819 miles (+6,435)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,819 miles
    Test number
    822300220342
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass90,384 miles (+7,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,384 miles
    Test number
    153736329559
    • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fitted

  14. Pass82,773 miles (+7,077)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,773 miles
    Test number
    717098575018
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass75,696 miles (+6,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    75,696 miles
    Test number
    617476374090
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  16. Pass69,565 miles (+6,862)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    69,565 miles
    Test number
    248461523128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,703 miles (+6,586)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,703 miles
    Test number
    448174592046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,117 miles (+8,168)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    56,117 miles
    Test number
    948847991025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,949 miles (+6,059)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    47,949 miles
    Test number
    922003250074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,890 miles (+6,558)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    41,890 miles
    Test number
    513121859021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,332 miles
    Test number
    432464558036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 CEF

Does X3 CEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 CEF is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on X3 CEF?
The MOT on X3 CEF is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 CEF done?
X3 CEF was recorded at 130,079 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 5,360 miles a year.
Has X3 CEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 CEF has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X3 CEF 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 CEF find?
X3 CEF passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 10 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both; front coil spring corroded both; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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