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AE71 OBJ

2021 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,564 mi
Last recorded43,564 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2021 BMW X328,010 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE71 OBJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2021
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 43,564 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2025 43,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2024 32,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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AE71 OBJ is a 2021 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 28,010 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE71 OBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 5 years old, this BMW X3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE71 OBJ registered?

AE71 OBJ is a 2021 BMW X3, first registered on 17 September 2021.

Is AE71 OBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE71 OBJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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