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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

Y7 PDAMOT history

Y7 PDA is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 8 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 170,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

Y7 PDA black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
170,514 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y7 PDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
8 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y7 PDA was last recorded at 170,514 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2025: 160,185 miles, lower than 166,024 miles on 26 Feb 2025.

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
170,510 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
12,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,514 miles
  • 2025 – 160,185 miles
  • 2024 – 142,861 miles
  • 2023 – 132,359 miles
  • 2022 – 129,248 miles
  • 2020 – 116,137 miles
  • 2019 – 105,607 miles
  • 2018 – 91,177 miles
  • 2017 – 73,667 miles
  • 2016 – 53,238 miles
  • 2015 – 33,449 miles
  • 2014 – 25,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,514 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,514 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    170,514 miles
    Test number
    492839864304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  2. Fail170,510 miles (+10,325)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,510 miles
    Test number
    549818086395
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  3. Pass160,185 miles (-5,839)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    160,185 miles
    Test number
    874069874100
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail166,024 miles (+23,163)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,024 miles
    Test number
    823326971227
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Steering rack/inner track rod end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (devoid of tread) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (devoid of tread) (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass142,861 miles (+10,502)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    142,861 miles
    Test number
    770418672833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,359 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    132,359 miles
    Test number
    689548192165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,248 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    129,248 miles
    Test number
    549635838012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass129,245 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    129,245 miles
    Test number
    435745587053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail129,239 miles (+13,102)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,239 miles
    Test number
    170132781266
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass116,137 miles (+10,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,137 miles
    Test number
    795264975000
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass105,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,607 miles
    Test number
    490658412735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail105,607 miles (+14,430)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,607 miles
    Test number
    251509251765
    • Repaired at testElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

  13. Pass91,177 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    91,177 miles
    Test number
    149790423306
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail91,177 miles (+17,510)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,177 miles
    Test number
    489653960404
    • MajorOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass73,667 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    73,667 miles
    Test number
    808175223512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,792 miles (+19,554)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,792 miles
    Test number
    628292126400
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

  17. Pass53,238 miles (+19,789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    53,238 miles
    Test number
    442686807124
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass33,449 miles (+7,689)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    33,449 miles
    Test number
    473928114777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    25,760 miles
    Test number
    467847214326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y7 PDA

Does Y7 PDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y7 PDA is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y7 PDA?
The MOT on Y7 PDA is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y7 PDA done?
Y7 PDA was recorded at 170,514 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 12,827 miles a year.
Has Y7 PDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y7 PDA has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y7 PDA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Mar 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y7 PDA find?
Y7 PDA passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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