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BMW X3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

X3 VULMOT history

X3 VUL is a grey petrol BMW X3 first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 133,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

X3 VUL grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
133,547 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 VUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 VUL was last recorded at 133,547 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Nov 2010: 15,450 miles, lower than 59,582 miles on 14 Sept 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
133,547 miles · 19 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,547 miles
  • 2025 – 129,824 miles
  • 2024 – 127,251 miles
  • 2023 – 125,061 miles
  • 2022 – 122,014 miles
  • 2021 – 120,832 miles
  • 2020 – 119,413 miles
  • 2019 – 114,647 miles
  • 2018 – 109,525 miles
  • 2017 – 104,907 miles
  • 2016 – 100,870 miles
  • 2015 – 97,828 miles
  • 2014 – 94,437 miles
  • 2013 – 82,597 miles
  • 2012 – 79,251 miles
  • 2011 – 68,649 miles
  • 2010 – 15,450 miles
  • 2009 – 40,559 miles
  • 2007 – 27,204 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,547 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Park brake has little reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Bumper insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass133,547 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    133,547 miles
    Test number
    445994625174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail133,547 miles (+3,723)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,547 miles
    Test number
    788121833256
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass129,824 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,824 miles
    Test number
    350941757531
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has little reserve travel

  4. Fail129,823 miles (+2,572)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,823 miles
    Test number
    102629414131
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has little reserve travel

  5. Pass127,251 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    127,251 miles
    Test number
    978971317390
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail127,250 miles (+2,189)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,250 miles
    Test number
    578614356119
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass125,061 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,061 miles
    Test number
    344018892900
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail125,060 miles (+3,046)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,060 miles
    Test number
    999051091560
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

  9. Pass122,014 miles (+1,182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    122,014 miles
    Test number
    148358482520
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass120,832 miles (+1,419)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    120,832 miles
    Test number
    816056906232
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective loose (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass119,413 miles (+4,766)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    119,413 miles
    Test number
    236491356137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm/3mm 235/50/18 badly worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm/3mm 235/50/18 worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass114,647 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,647 miles
    Test number
    191932160736
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  13. Fail114,647 miles (+5,122)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,647 miles
    Test number
    699102716355
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  14. Pass109,525 miles (+4,618)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    109,525 miles
    Test number
    552294666272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,907 miles (+4,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    104,907 miles
    Test number
    990962984024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2mm centre of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2mm centre of tread (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass100,870 miles (+3,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    100,870 miles
    Test number
    955201244552
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers slightly deteriorated.

  17. Pass97,828 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,828 miles
    Test number
    187502595044
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail97,803 miles (+3,366)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,803 miles
    Test number
    616116985038
    • FailureFront Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass94,437 miles (+11,840)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    94,437 miles
    Test number
    248938274058
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have perishing within tread pattern and to side walls

  20. Pass82,597 miles (+3,346)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,597 miles
    Test number
    669556483071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,251 miles (+10,602)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    79,251 miles
    Test number
    845532312348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,649 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    68,649 miles
    Test number
    417969111368
    • NoteBOTH rear tyres are worn SEVERELY on onner edges - REPLACE IMEDIATLY !!!!

  23. Fail68,649 miles (+53,199)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,649 miles
    Test number
    986309611371
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBOTH rear tyres are worn SEVERELY on onner edges - REPLACE IMEDIATLY !!!!

  24. Pass15,450 miles (-44,132)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    15,450 miles
    Test number
    693233630368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,582 miles (+7,161)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,582 miles
    Test number
    291207150254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass52,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,421 miles
    Test number
    174699520425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail52,421 miles (+11,862)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,421 miles
    Test number
    514319220005
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass40,559 miles (+13,355)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    40,559 miles
    Test number
    450941939000
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHandbrake sits high

  29. Pass27,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    27,204 miles
    Test number
    791783637315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 VUL

Does X3 VUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 VUL is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 VUL?
The MOT on X3 VUL is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 VUL done?
X3 VUL was recorded at 133,547 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 5,628 miles a year.
Has X3 VUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 VUL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X3 VUL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Nov 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X3 VUL find?
X3 VUL passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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