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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

X3 SBAMOT history

X3 SBA is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2024 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 120,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2024
Mileage
120,401 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,578 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 SBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 SBA was last recorded at 120,401 miles on 24 Nov 2023, 4,222 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,179 miles · 2 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
4,222 miles
Average per year
5,578 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 120,401 miles
  • 2022 – 116,179 miles
  • 2021 – 110,471 miles
  • 2020 – 104,606 miles
  • 2019 – 97,581 miles
  • 2018 – 92,313 miles
  • 2017 – 86,944 miles
  • 2016 – 79,122 miles
  • 2015 – 74,970 miles
  • 2014 – 67,662 miles
  • 2013 – 59,962 miles
  • 2012 – 51,630 miles
  • 2011 – 48,074 miles
  • 2010 – 43,120 miles
  • 2009 – 39,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,401 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,401 miles (+4,222)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    120,401 miles
    Test number
    836484925694
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass116,179 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    116,179 miles
    Test number
    574968366781
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail116,175 miles (+5,704)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,175 miles
    Test number
    697597759374
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass110,471 miles (+5,865)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    110,471 miles
    Test number
    886451681991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,606 miles (+7,025)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,606 miles
    Test number
    947858893454
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass97,581 miles (+5,268)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,581 miles
    Test number
    946880077728
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass92,313 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    92,313 miles
    Test number
    726465973113
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Fail92,313 miles (+5,369)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,313 miles
    Test number
    637216651032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass86,944 miles (+7,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    86,944 miles
    Test number
    357804832198
    • AdvisoryN/S/R Tyre has a fine cut on sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass79,122 miles (+4,152)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    79,122 miles
    Test number
    947885518272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,970 miles (+7,308)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,970 miles
    Test number
    639139745137
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass67,662 miles (+7,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,662 miles
    Test number
    928567044168
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass59,962 miles (+8,332)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,962 miles
    Test number
    908255643109
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass51,630 miles (+3,556)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,630 miles
    Test number
    219112652463
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r light one bulb out

  15. Pass48,074 miles (+4,954)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,074 miles
    Test number
    305405651188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,120 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,120 miles
    Test number
    510955930100
    • NoteExhaust emission trigger point not met
    • NoteTrims fitted to outersills

  17. Fail43,120 miles (+3,685)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,120 miles
    Test number
    884865030125
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteExhaust emission trigger point not met
    • NoteTrims fitted to outersills

  18. Pass39,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,435 miles
    Test number
    193679539141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 SBA

Does X3 SBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X3 SBA expired on 3 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X3 SBA?
The MOT on X3 SBA expired on 3 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X3 SBA done?
X3 SBA was recorded at 120,401 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2023, an average of 5,578 miles a year.
Has X3 SBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 SBA has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on X3 SBA 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 SBA find?
X3 SBA passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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