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BMW X3

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,494 cc

X3 GCDMOT history

X3 GCD is a blue petrol BMW X3 first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 100,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2026.

X3 GCD blue BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
100,890 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 GCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 GCD was last recorded at 100,890 miles on 20 Jun 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jan 2016: 54,077 miles, lower than 54,078 miles on 22 Jan 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
100,886 miles · 15 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,890 miles
  • 2025 – 98,978 miles
  • 2024 – 93,498 miles
  • 2023 – 87,483 miles
  • 2022 – 82,162 miles
  • 2021 – 76,286 miles
  • 2020 – 73,630 miles
  • 2019 – 68,157 miles
  • 2017 – 60,834 miles
  • 2016 – 54,077 miles
  • 2015 – 49,579 miles
  • 2014 – 45,101 miles
  • 2013 – 41,614 miles
  • 2012 – 38,411 miles
  • 2011 – 36,384 miles
  • 2010 – 34,659 miles
  • 2009 – 32,909 miles
  • 2008 – 26,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,890 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)
  • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs scored/lippedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspensiopn components rustedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside door mirror outer cover damageRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,890 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    100,890 miles
    Test number
    918692472945
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs scored/lipped
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspensiopn components rusted
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror outer cover damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)

  2. Fail100,886 miles (+1,908)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,886 miles
    Test number
    247740386216
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault brake warning lamp indicate fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended seat belt buckle defective (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs scored/lipped
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspensiopn components rusted
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror outer cover damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTpms lamp on

  3. Pass98,978 miles (+5,480)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,978 miles
    Test number
    585879222886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,498 miles (+6,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    93,498 miles
    Test number
    875362372205
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished

  5. Pass87,483 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    87,483 miles
    Test number
    927473159100
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Fail87,483 miles (+5,321)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,483 miles
    Test number
    274176809879
    • MajorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass82,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    82,162 miles
    Test number
    259044584331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail82,162 miles (+5,876)3 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,162 miles
    Test number
    414897009309
    • DangerousBrake test not carried out due brake faults
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Nearside & Offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass76,286 miles (+2,656)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    76,286 miles
    Test number
    374251810326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,630 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    73,630 miles
    Test number
    705615963837
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Fail73,630 miles (+5,473)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,630 miles
    Test number
    534757403033
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cracks enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cracks enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))

  12. Pass68,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,157 miles
    Test number
    513798264856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail68,157 miles (+7,323)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,157 miles
    Test number
    990590123523
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass60,834 miles (+3,343)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    60,834 miles
    Test number
    151872733573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,491 miles (+3,414)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,491 miles
    Test number
    465939114301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,077 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,077 miles
    Test number
    395235910690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,078 miles (+4,499)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,078 miles
    Test number
    651202190976
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass49,579 miles (+4,478)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,579 miles
    Test number
    689656625098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,101 miles (+3,487)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,101 miles
    Test number
    457286834045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,614 miles (+3,203)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,614 miles
    Test number
    367972223034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,411 miles (+2,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,411 miles
    Test number
    915424242081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass36,384 miles (+1,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,384 miles
    Test number
    567949141004
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass34,659 miles (+1,750)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    34,659 miles
    Test number
    734602640068
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCracks around tread of N/S rear tyre
    • NoteScrew in tread of N/S front tyre - Has been run flat and has worn severely on inner edge - Advise replacement ASAP

  24. Pass32,909 miles (+18)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,909 miles
    Test number
    200649399004
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  25. Fail32,891 miles (+6,883)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,891 miles
    Test number
    941818399084
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  26. Pass26,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,008 miles
    Test number
    583407288090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 GCD

Does X3 GCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 GCD is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 GCD?
The MOT on X3 GCD is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 GCD done?
X3 GCD was recorded at 100,890 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2026, an average of 4,107 miles a year.
Has X3 GCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 GCD has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on X3 GCD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jan 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X3 GCD find?
X3 GCD passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii); front and rear brake discs scored/lipped; front and rear suspensiopn components rusted, and 5 more.

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