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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

X3 GFCMOT history

X3 GFC is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 146,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

X3 GFC black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
146,166 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 GFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 GFC was last recorded at 146,166 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 2,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
143,895 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,271 miles
Average per year
6,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,166 miles
  • 2025 – 143,895 miles
  • 2024 – 141,360 miles
  • 2023 – 137,623 miles
  • 2022 – 135,602 miles
  • 2021 – 129,326 miles
  • 2020 – 119,986 miles
  • 2019 – 95,953 miles
  • 2018 – 82,145 miles
  • 2017 – 70,881 miles
  • 2015 – 62,791 miles
  • 2014 – 53,013 miles
  • 2013 – 51,585 miles
  • 2012 – 50,281 miles
  • 2011 – 48,420 miles
  • 2010 – 46,519 miles
  • 2009 – 41,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,166 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,166 miles (+2,271)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    146,166 miles
    Test number
    871845599886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass143,895 miles (+2,535)6 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    143,895 miles
    Test number
    394310827724
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy can just make out aim (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slight water ingress not affect on light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy can just make out aim (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slight water ingress not affect on light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Slight engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened shock absorber cover split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened shock absorber cover split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber cover split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened shock absorber cover split (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass141,360 miles (+3,737)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    141,360 miles
    Test number
    997258799184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass137,623 miles (+2,021)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    137,623 miles
    Test number
    618577209773
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass135,602 miles (+6,276)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    135,602 miles
    Test number
    966603422824
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass129,326 miles (+9,340)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,326 miles
    Test number
    533723786529
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass119,986 miles (+24,033)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    119,986 miles
    Test number
    833701285911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,953 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    95,953 miles
    Test number
    439949943510
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail95,953 miles (+13,808)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,953 miles
    Test number
    525661269141
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass82,145 miles (+11,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    82,145 miles
    Test number
    656637213571
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass70,881 miles (+8,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    70,881 miles
    Test number
    444054850448
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass62,791 miles (+9,778)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,791 miles
    Test number
    278753825243
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass53,013 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,013 miles
    Test number
    167043594142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,585 miles (+1,304)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    51,585 miles
    Test number
    315396283172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,281 miles (+1,861)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,281 miles
    Test number
    808209582121
    • NoteNearside & offside front suspension lower front arm bushe perishe & some movement.
    • NoteSteering system slight noisey on rock.

  16. Pass48,420 miles (+1,901)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    48,420 miles
    Test number
    199340191179
    • NoteNearside & offside front suspension front lower arm bushe quite alot movement & noisey !!!
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on 1.6mm tread depth & worn uneven !!!

  17. Pass46,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,519 miles
    Test number
    551063880170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,519 miles (+4,939)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,519 miles
    Test number
    684543180137
    • FailureCentre Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  19. Pass41,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,580 miles
    Test number
    992238789144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,578 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,578 miles
    Test number
    231608389464
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X3 GFC

Does X3 GFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 GFC is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 GFC?
The MOT on X3 GFC is valid until 27 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 GFC done?
X3 GFC was recorded at 146,166 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 6,285 miles a year.
Has X3 GFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 GFC has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on X3 GFC 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 GFC find?
X3 GFC passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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