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BMW X3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

X3 GWXMOT history

X3 GWX is a grey petrol BMW X3 first used on 29 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 104,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

X3 GWX grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
104,460 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 GWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 GWX was last recorded at 104,460 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 3,353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,107 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,353 miles
Average per year
4,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,460 miles
  • 2025 – 101,107 miles
  • 2024 – 97,760 miles
  • 2023 – 93,840 miles
  • 2022 – 90,360 miles
  • 2021 – 87,591 miles
  • 2020 – 84,718 miles
  • 2019 – 79,280 miles
  • 2018 – 74,142 miles
  • 2017 – 68,643 miles
  • 2016 – 64,507 miles
  • 2015 – 62,070 miles
  • 2014 – 57,767 miles
  • 2013 – 53,768 miles
  • 2012 – 50,911 miles
  • 2011 – 46,334 miles
  • 2010 – 33,960 miles
  • 2009 – 25,250 miles
  • 2008 – 22,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,460 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
  • AdvisorySuspension components corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Under trays and engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,460 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    104,460 miles
    Test number
    429831947306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Fail104,460 miles (+3,353)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,460 miles
    Test number
    761472413010
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  3. Pass101,107 miles (+3,347)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    101,107 miles
    Test number
    313024351480
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  4. Pass97,760 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,760 miles
    Test number
    323662106216
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat-shields loose
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump-stop deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  5. Fail97,752 miles (+3,912)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,752 miles
    Test number
    524221280464
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat-shields loose
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump-stop deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  6. Pass93,840 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,840 miles
    Test number
    931209636418
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  7. Fail93,840 miles (+3,480)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,840 miles
    Test number
    610527462791
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  8. Pass90,360 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,360 miles
    Test number
    393865561820
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil leak from under car, advise further investigation

  9. Fail90,360 miles (+2,769)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,360 miles
    Test number
    729532618405
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil leak from under car, advise further investigation

  10. Pass87,591 miles (+2,873)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,591 miles
    Test number
    388384971771
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin heavy brake bind, advise investigation (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system indicates a fault
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  11. Pass84,718 miles (+5,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,718 miles
    Test number
    973305476426
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil leak from engine

  12. Pass79,280 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    79,280 miles
    Test number
    584457147113
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil leak from under engine area

  13. Fail79,271 miles (+5,129)2 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,271 miles
    Test number
    958288773135
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil leak from under engine area

  14. Pass74,142 miles (+5,499)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    74,142 miles
    Test number
    737236652418
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps have slight frosting
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak underside of engine

  15. Pass68,643 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,643 miles
    Test number
    142884961085
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  16. Fail68,634 miles (+4,127)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,634 miles
    Test number
    708617605738
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  17. Pass64,507 miles (+2,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    64,507 miles
    Test number
    772973039645
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are worn below the legal tread depth limit on the inner edges.

  18. Pass62,070 miles (+4,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,070 miles
    Test number
    978903905284
    • 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)

  19. Pass57,767 miles (+3,999)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    57,767 miles
    Test number
    178942694129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,768 miles (+2,857)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,768 miles
    Test number
    269237203273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,911 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,911 miles
    Test number
    227207302247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail50,911 miles (+4,577)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,911 miles
    Test number
    398377902466
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail46,334 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,334 miles
    Test number
    329854401479
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)

  24. Pass46,334 miles (+12,374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    46,334 miles
    Test number
    709634001266
    • 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)

  25. Pass33,960 miles (+8,710)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    33,960 miles
    Test number
    270298490423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,250 miles (+2,482)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,250 miles
    Test number
    692246109229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,768 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,768 miles
    Test number
    660236218318
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about X3 GWX

Does X3 GWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 GWX is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 GWX?
The MOT on X3 GWX is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 GWX done?
X3 GWX was recorded at 104,460 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 4,757 miles a year.
Has X3 GWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 GWX has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X3 GWX 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 GWX find?
X3 GWX passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front fog light not working; oil leak, but not excessive; parking brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair, and 1 more.

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