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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

X3 YEMMOT history

X3 YEM is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 161,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

X3 YEM black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
161,715 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 YEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 YEM was last recorded at 161,715 miles on 8 May 2026, 5,625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,090 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,625 miles
Average per year
6,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,715 miles
  • 2025 – 156,090 miles
  • 2024 – 148,368 miles
  • 2023 – 138,874 miles
  • 2022 – 134,477 miles
  • 2021 – 131,446 miles
  • 2020 – 124,800 miles
  • 2019 – 116,027 miles
  • 2018 – 112,935 miles
  • 2017 – 109,221 miles
  • 2016 – 104,561 miles
  • 2015 – 101,349 miles
  • 2014 – 96,028 miles
  • 2013 – 90,117 miles
  • 2012 – 78,294 miles
  • 2011 – 67,804 miles
  • 2010 – 58,445 miles
  • 2009 – 45,231 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,715 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,715 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    161,715 miles
    Test number
    832358629125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail161,715 miles (+5,625)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,715 miles
    Test number
    309962730212
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass156,090 miles (+7,722)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    156,090 miles
    Test number
    527592599311
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass148,368 miles (+9,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    148,368 miles
    Test number
    548383366099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass138,874 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    138,874 miles
    Test number
    349803841525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass134,477 miles (+3,031)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    134,477 miles
    Test number
    611979878781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass131,446 miles (+6,646)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    131,446 miles
    Test number
    965056291948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass124,800 miles (+8,773)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    124,800 miles
    Test number
    223759092245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass116,027 miles (+3,092)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    116,027 miles
    Test number
    254212275802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,935 miles (+3,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,935 miles
    Test number
    650368679754
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass109,221 miles (+4,660)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    109,221 miles
    Test number
    226660525527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,561 miles (+3,212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    104,561 miles
    Test number
    707738530974
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass101,349 miles (+5,321)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    101,349 miles
    Test number
    835083115222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,028 miles (+5,911)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    96,028 miles
    Test number
    935882404263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,117 miles (+11,823)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    90,117 miles
    Test number
    836500823292
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDsc lamp lit

  16. Pass78,294 miles (+10,490)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    78,294 miles
    Test number
    189580602207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,804 miles
    Test number
    897690021268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,804 miles (+9,359)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,804 miles
    Test number
    989315691199
    • FailureNearside Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront disc's rusty
    • NoteMovement in front forward suspension bushes

  19. Pass58,445 miles (+13,214)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,445 miles
    Test number
    344309360103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,231 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    45,231 miles
    Test number
    313569219238
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X3 YEM

Does X3 YEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 YEM is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 YEM?
The MOT on X3 YEM is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 YEM done?
X3 YEM was recorded at 161,715 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 6,954 miles a year.
Has X3 YEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 YEM has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X3 YEM 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 YEM find?
X3 YEM passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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