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BMW X3

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

Y21 DFMMOT history

Y21 DFM is a grey diesel BMW X3 first used on 4 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 12 MOT tests, with 172,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

Y21 DFM grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
172,900 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
12 passed · 0 failed
Per year
9,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 DFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 DFM was last recorded at 172,900 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 15,465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
157,435 miles · 26 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
15,465 miles
Average per year
9,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,900 miles
  • 2025 – 157,435 miles
  • 2024 – 147,958 miles
  • 2023 – 137,232 miles
  • 2022 – 128,594 miles
  • 2021 – 120,703 miles
  • 2020 – 112,564 miles
  • 2019 – 107,277 miles
  • 2018 – 99,177 miles
  • 2017 – 89,490 miles
  • 2016 – 79,314 miles
  • 2015 – 68,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,900 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Undertrays fitted.

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass172,900 miles (+15,465)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    172,900 miles
    Test number
    573894430913
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass157,435 miles (+9,477)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    157,435 miles
    Test number
    776135965308
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass147,958 miles (+10,726)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    147,958 miles
    Test number
    206921373546
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen NOT in driver's view
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass137,232 miles (+8,638)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    137,232 miles
    Test number
    458657511312
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chip
  5. Pass128,594 miles (+7,891)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    128,594 miles
    Test number
    689686001594
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  6. Pass120,703 miles (+8,139)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    120,703 miles
    Test number
    124658486091
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner side light not working.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  7. Pass112,564 miles (+5,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    112,564 miles
    Test number
    505197670781
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  8. Pass107,277 miles (+8,100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    107,277 miles
    Test number
    569184845059
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres on 3mm.
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  9. Pass99,177 miles (+9,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    99,177 miles
    Test number
    582776735790
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  10. Pass89,490 miles (+10,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    89,490 miles
    Test number
    734705911285
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  11. Pass79,314 miles (+10,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,314 miles
    Test number
    450702966539
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  12. Pass68,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,453 miles
    Test number
    756789215279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y21 DFM

Does Y21 DFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y21 DFM is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y21 DFM?
The MOT on Y21 DFM is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y21 DFM done?
Y21 DFM was recorded at 172,900 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 9,394 miles a year.
Has Y21 DFM ever failed its MOT?
No. Y21 DFM has passed all 12 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on Y21 DFM 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 Y21 DFM find?
Y21 DFM passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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