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BMW X3

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

X3 XJUMOT history

X3 XJU is a grey diesel BMW X3 first used on 12 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 121,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

X3 XJU grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
121,837 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 XJU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 XJU was last recorded at 121,837 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 10,310 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
111,527 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,310 miles
Average per year
7,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,837 miles
  • 2023 – 107,385 miles
  • 2022 – 103,122 miles
  • 2020 – 95,360 miles
  • 2018 – 83,817 miles
  • 2017 – 71,680 miles
  • 2016 – 60,845 miles
  • 2015 – 51,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,837 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 7 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,837 miles (+10,310)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    121,837 miles
    Test number
    377431594858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass111,527 miles (+4,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    111,527 miles
    Test number
    411639092005
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass107,385 miles (+4,263)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    107,385 miles
    Test number
    156117935284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))

  4. Pass103,122 miles (+4,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,122 miles
    Test number
    846194991379
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Slight wear/free play track rod joint/steering rack

  5. Pass99,005 miles (+3,645)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,005 miles
    Test number
    974032121340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,360 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    95,360 miles
    Test number
    284253196286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail95,360 miles (+2,116)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,360 miles
    Test number
    917069167844
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass93,244 miles (+9,427)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,244 miles
    Test number
    834252768559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,817 miles (+12,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    83,817 miles
    Test number
    515202283839
    • 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))

  10. Pass71,680 miles (+10,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,680 miles
    Test number
    998775800867
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perished/cracked (4.1.D.1e)

  11. Pass60,845 miles (+9,532)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,845 miles
    Test number
    626219158619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,313 miles (+13,475)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    51,313 miles
    Test number
    203108867049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,838 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    37,838 miles
    Test number
    195467505442
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread bald on inner edge not considered full depth tread from new

Questions about X3 XJU

Does X3 XJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 XJU is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 XJU?
The MOT on X3 XJU is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 XJU done?
X3 XJU was recorded at 121,837 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 7,666 miles a year.
Has X3 XJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 XJU has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on X3 XJU 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 XJU find?
X3 XJU passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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