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BMW X3

Red · Diesel · 2015 · 2,993 cc

X3 SXJMOT history

X3 SXJ is a red diesel BMW X3 first used on 21 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 82,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

X3 SXJ red BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
82,109 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,992 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 SXJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
21 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 SXJ was last recorded at 82,109 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 5,820 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,289 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,820 miles
Average per year
8,992 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,109 miles
  • 2025 – 76,289 miles
  • 2024 – 64,408 miles
  • 2023 – 54,347 miles
  • 2021 – 41,204 miles
  • 2020 – 31,515 miles
  • 2019 – 20,532 miles
  • 2018 – 11,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,109 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 15 May 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,109 miles (+5,820)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    82,109 miles
    Test number
    857453844055
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass76,289 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,289 miles
    Test number
    863780967332
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail76,289 miles (+11,881)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,289 miles
    Test number
    779948279424
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass64,408 miles (+10,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    64,408 miles
    Test number
    687578500970
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass54,347 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    54,347 miles
    Test number
    602800574813
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail54,347 miles (+13,143)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,347 miles
    Test number
    163750105312
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass41,204 miles (+9,689)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    41,204 miles
    Test number
    986390205033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass31,515 miles (+10,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    31,515 miles
    Test number
    504149806634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass20,532 miles (+9,053)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    20,532 miles
    Test number
    630086529351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass11,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    11,479 miles
    Test number
    136551308475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 SXJ

Does X3 SXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 SXJ is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 SXJ?
The MOT on X3 SXJ is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 SXJ done?
X3 SXJ was recorded at 82,109 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 8,992 miles a year.
Has X3 SXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 SXJ has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on X3 SXJ 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 SXJ find?
X3 SXJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear coil spring corroded.

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