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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

X3 CNYMOT history

X3 CNY is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 13 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 159,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

X3 CNY black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
159,764 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 CNY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 CNY was last recorded at 159,764 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 12,995 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,769 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
12,995 miles
Average per year
10,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,764 miles
  • 2024 – 146,769 miles
  • 2023 – 133,884 miles
  • 2022 – 122,450 miles
  • 2021 – 113,103 miles
  • 2020 – 106,782 miles
  • 2019 – 100,414 miles
  • 2018 – 95,828 miles
  • 2017 – 89,667 miles
  • 2016 – 75,806 miles
  • 2015 – 57,623 miles
  • 2014 – 39,821 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,764 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,764 miles (+12,995)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    159,764 miles
    Test number
    385517278439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass146,769 miles (+12,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    146,769 miles
    Test number
    837968525726
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass133,884 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,884 miles
    Test number
    102987324008
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail133,875 miles (+11,425)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,875 miles
    Test number
    919746529080
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass122,450 miles (+9,347)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    122,450 miles
    Test number
    816513984234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass113,103 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,103 miles
    Test number
    955974746853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail113,086 miles (+6,304)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,086 miles
    Test number
    141084899952
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass106,782 miles (+6,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    106,782 miles
    Test number
    832677144185
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass100,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,414 miles
    Test number
    908303269194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,414 miles (+4,586)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,414 miles
    Test number
    893431965211
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass95,828 miles (+6,161)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,828 miles
    Test number
    545365995173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,667 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    89,667 miles
    Test number
    622743553959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,636 miles (+13,830)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,636 miles
    Test number
    920401503709
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass75,806 miles (+18,183)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    75,806 miles
    Test number
    377581902309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,623 miles (+17,802)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,623 miles
    Test number
    875973575107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,821 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,821 miles
    Test number
    606753164130
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about X3 CNY

Does X3 CNY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 CNY is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on X3 CNY?
The MOT on X3 CNY is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 CNY done?
X3 CNY was recorded at 159,764 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 10,488 miles a year.
Has X3 CNY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 CNY has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on X3 CNY 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 CNY find?
X3 CNY passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion; offside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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