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BMW X3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

X3 UCLMOT history

X3 UCL is a grey petrol BMW X3 first used on 23 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 138,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

X3 UCL grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
138,069 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,658 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 UCL
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
23 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 UCL was last recorded at 138,069 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 18,736 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,333 miles · 27 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
18,736 miles
Average per year
6,658 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,069 miles
  • 2024 – 119,333 miles
  • 2023 – 117,165 miles
  • 2022 – 113,578 miles
  • 2021 – 109,599 miles
  • 2019 – 106,846 miles
  • 2018 – 105,531 miles
  • 2017 – 101,905 miles
  • 2016 – 97,964 miles
  • 2015 – 93,830 miles
  • 2014 – 88,856 miles
  • 2013 – 81,394 miles
  • 2012 – 72,201 miles
  • 2011 – 64,278 miles
  • 2010 – 52,033 miles
  • 2009 – 37,744 miles
  • 2007 – 14,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,069 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,069 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    138,069 miles
    Test number
    506491238918
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail138,069 miles1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,069 miles
    Test number
    163354188263
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    473140136214
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass119,333 miles (+2,168)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    119,333 miles
    Test number
    613932533566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass117,165 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    117,165 miles
    Test number
    564099735479
    • Advisory4x4 light is on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate is loose and rattling
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail117,163 miles (+3,585)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,163 miles
    Test number
    300119940407
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both smear screen (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate is loose and rattling
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad thickness light is on as is the tps light and the 4x4 light

  7. Pass113,578 miles (+3,979)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    113,578 miles
    Test number
    106735436184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass109,599 miles (+2,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    109,599 miles
    Test number
    748592064261
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear screw in tyre

  9. Pass106,846 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,846 miles
    Test number
    907081997103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail106,846 miles (+1,315)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,846 miles
    Test number
    747916192712
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass105,531 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    105,531 miles
    Test number
    562627339100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail105,483 miles (+3,578)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,483 miles
    Test number
    286836606227
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged Tyre has been run underinflated, inner sidewall has worn away (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  13. Pass101,905 miles (+3,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    101,905 miles
    Test number
    670054793539
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER AND OUTER EDGES DUE TO LOW PRESSURES
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass97,964 miles (+4,134)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,964 miles
    Test number
    699560428971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,830 miles (+4,974)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    93,830 miles
    Test number
    452764624565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail88,856 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,856 miles
    Test number
    409214904322
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)

  17. Pass88,856 miles (+7,462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    88,856 miles
    Test number
    648664304302
    • 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)

  18. Pass81,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    81,394 miles
    Test number
    316438303339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail81,394 miles (+9,193)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,394 miles
    Test number
    456758703443
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass72,201 miles (+7,923)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    72,201 miles
    Test number
    838067002301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    64,278 miles
    Test number
    879635211356
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail64,278 miles (+12,245)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,278 miles
    Test number
    466275011491
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass52,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,033 miles
    Test number
    540926110332
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail52,033 miles (+2,369)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,033 miles
    Test number
    454976110463
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass49,664 miles (+3,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,664 miles
    Test number
    273801480421
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass45,843 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    45,843 miles
    Test number
    562478900034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront wipers judder

  27. Fail45,843 miles (+8,099)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,843 miles
    Test number
    722477900051
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront wipers judder

  28. Pass37,744 miles (+22,969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,744 miles
    Test number
    444257609072
    • 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)

  29. Pass14,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    14,775 miles
    Test number
    343242587453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 UCL

Does X3 UCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 UCL is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 UCL?
The MOT on X3 UCL is valid until 15 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 UCL done?
X3 UCL was recorded at 138,069 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 6,658 miles a year.
Has X3 UCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 UCL has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X3 UCL 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 UCL find?
X3 UCL passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 5 more.

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