2014 BMW X3 2.0L Diesel · LP14 JNX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 1 December 2025 at 82,979 miles passed with no defects or advisories. This follows a clean record for the previous two years, suggesting the car is currently in a well-maintained state. The mileage is typical for a twelve year old vehicle, averaging roughly 6,915 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between December 2022 and December 2024, where the odometer rose from 52,464 to 74,716 miles. This period of higher activity coincides with the most recent clean test results, indicating the drivetrain and chassis have handled the increased load without developing new faults. Earlier records reveal a pattern of neglect regarding consumables and suspension. The vehicle failed in July 2021 at 41,460 miles due to a worn offside front lower suspension arm bush, and again in December 2022 at 52,367 miles for a damaged nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover. Multiple failures and advisories regarding tyre tread and structural damage, specifically the bulge noted in December 2022 and the cut tyre in November 2023, suggest previous owners were reactive rather than proactive with basic maintenance. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension components and bushings to ensure the previous repairs were permanent and not temporary fixes. While the November 2023 test flagged a worn rear brake disc, the subsequent clean passes suggest this was resolved. Checking for uneven tyre wear during a physical inspection will confirm if the previous suspension issues have caused lasting alignment problems.