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BMW X3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

X3 EFBMOT history

X3 EFB is a blue petrol BMW X3 first used on 19 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 142,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

X3 EFB blue BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
142,947 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,553 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 EFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 EFB was last recorded at 142,947 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 6,919 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,028 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,919 miles
Average per year
6,553 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,947 miles
  • 2025 – 136,028 miles
  • 2024 – 127,920 miles
  • 2023 – 117,149 miles
  • 2022 – 105,478 miles
  • 2021 – 97,374 miles
  • 2020 – 92,266 miles
  • 2019 – 83,998 miles
  • 2018 – 74,411 miles
  • 2017 – 74,397 miles
  • 2016 – 71,964 miles
  • 2015 – 65,413 miles
  • 2014 – 57,203 miles
  • 2013 – 52,612 miles
  • 2012 – 49,987 miles
  • 2011 – 45,903 miles
  • 2010 – 41,907 miles
  • 2009 – 35,112 miles
  • 2008 – 28,792 miles
  • 2007 – 20,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,947 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,947 miles (+6,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    142,947 miles
    Test number
    199372894655
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass136,028 miles (+8,108)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    136,028 miles
    Test number
    400842944687
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass127,920 miles (+10,771)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    127,920 miles
    Test number
    587442983497
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass117,149 miles (+11,671)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    117,149 miles
    Test number
    571868692363
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass105,478 miles (+8,104)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    105,478 miles
    Test number
    782857510458
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass97,374 miles (+5,108)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    97,374 miles
    Test number
    353054444080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,266 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    92,266 miles
    Test number
    318057876713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,258 miles (+8,260)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,258 miles
    Test number
    965036004973
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass83,998 miles (+9,587)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    83,998 miles
    Test number
    608522064708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,411 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,411 miles
    Test number
    629507618271
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge and showing signs of perishing

  11. Pass74,397 miles (+2,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    74,397 miles
    Test number
    855968922220
    • AdvisoryUnder trays + engine bay covers fitted when tested

  12. Pass71,964 miles (+6,551)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,964 miles
    Test number
    960185732409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen zone b

  13. Pass65,413 miles (+8,210)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,413 miles
    Test number
    836660855133
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass57,203 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,203 miles
    Test number
    516222934183
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail57,203 miles (+4,591)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,203 miles
    Test number
    165909624143
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass52,612 miles (+2,625)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    52,612 miles
    Test number
    585856033113
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass49,987 miles (+4,084)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,987 miles
    Test number
    377337982160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,903 miles (+3,996)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,903 miles
    Test number
    776490481169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,907 miles (+3,049)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    41,907 miles
    Test number
    760863890191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    38,858 miles
    Test number
    153629340050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,858 miles (+3,746)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,858 miles
    Test number
    881702840042
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass35,112 miles (+340)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,112 miles
    Test number
    391013759273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,772 miles (+5,980)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,772 miles
    Test number
    360427049441
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass28,792 miles (+8,124)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    28,792 miles
    Test number
    683358938249
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass20,668 miles (+698)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    20,668 miles
    Test number
    203299497436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    19,970 miles
    Test number
    264957237409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 EFB

Does X3 EFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 EFB is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 EFB?
The MOT on X3 EFB is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 EFB done?
X3 EFB was recorded at 142,947 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 6,553 miles a year.
Has X3 EFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 EFB has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on X3 EFB 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 EFB find?
X3 EFB passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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