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BMW X3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

X3 RFRMOT history

X3 RFR is a blue petrol BMW X3 first used on 9 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 161,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

X3 RFR blue BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
161,870 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 RFR
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
9 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 RFR was last recorded at 161,870 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 5,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,335 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,535 miles
Average per year
6,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,870 miles
  • 2025 – 156,335 miles
  • 2023 – 148,843 miles
  • 2022 – 147,083 miles
  • 2021 – 144,428 miles
  • 2020 – 139,987 miles
  • 2019 – 134,513 miles
  • 2017 – 124,402 miles
  • 2016 – 117,952 miles
  • 2015 – 113,312 miles
  • 2014 – 105,454 miles
  • 2013 – 94,498 miles
  • 2012 – 83,266 miles
  • 2011 – 71,713 miles
  • 2010 – 59,929 miles
  • 2009 – 49,319 miles
  • 2008 – 39,376 miles
  • 2007 – 30,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,870 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,870 miles (+5,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    161,870 miles
    Test number
    708272848428
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass156,335 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    156,335 miles
    Test number
    201709950623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail156,319 miles (+7,476)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,319 miles
    Test number
    340260800982
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass148,843 miles (+1,760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    148,843 miles
    Test number
    738977883198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass147,083 miles (+2,655)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    147,083 miles
    Test number
    502074154196
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass144,428 miles (+172)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    144,428 miles
    Test number
    304410310732
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  7. Fail144,256 miles (+4,269)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,256 miles
    Test number
    786182616528
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  8. Pass139,987 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,987 miles
    Test number
    563417855431
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail139,987 miles (+5,474)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,987 miles
    Test number
    905846862523
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass134,513 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    134,513 miles
    Test number
    315248234635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail134,511 miles (+3,330)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,511 miles
    Test number
    711675731619
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass131,181 miles (+6,779)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    131,181 miles
    Test number
    158438279579
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear drive shafts.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. 17%
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs appear to be worn close to limit. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass124,402 miles (+153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    124,402 miles
    Test number
    390947671419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Fail124,249 miles (+6,297)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,249 miles
    Test number
    548191329929
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass117,952 miles (+4,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    117,952 miles
    Test number
    610414249944
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass113,312 miles (+1,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    113,312 miles
    Test number
    841753808583
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass111,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    111,975 miles
    Test number
    363391505937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail111,975 miles (+6,521)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,975 miles
    Test number
    912353002391
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass105,454 miles (+10,956)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    105,454 miles
    Test number
    545799434299
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass94,498 miles (+11,232)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    94,498 miles
    Test number
    819403633278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass83,266 miles (+11,553)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    83,266 miles
    Test number
    799650522270
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass71,713 miles (+11,784)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    71,713 miles
    Test number
    588112521292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,929 miles (+10,610)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    59,929 miles
    Test number
    250841520203
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass49,319 miles (+9,943)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,319 miles
    Test number
    893302129263
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  25. Pass39,376 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,376 miles
    Test number
    690984128221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,267 miles (+8,967)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,267 miles
    Test number
    321301128441
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  27. Pass30,300 miles (+454)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,300 miles
    Test number
    521070947254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail29,846 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,846 miles
    Test number
    811221917240
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Questions about X3 RFR

Does X3 RFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 RFR is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 RFR?
The MOT on X3 RFR is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 RFR done?
X3 RFR was recorded at 161,870 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 6,893 miles a year.
Has X3 RFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 RFR has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on X3 RFR 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 RFR find?
X3 RFR passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear coil spring corroded both.

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