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AK61 AYJ

2011 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

165,550 mi
Last recorded165,550 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 AYJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 165,550 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 160,091 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2020 155,710 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 152,453 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 10 Dec 2019 152,413 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

slight play o/s steering arm

Pass 8 Dec 2018 147,973 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2017 141,800 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 136,368 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2016 136,365 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2015 130,567 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 96,930 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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AK61 AYJ is a 2011 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2011 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 76,533 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 AK61 AYJ, 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 15 years old, this BMW X3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK61 AYJ registered?

AK61 AYJ is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 7 October 2011.

Is AK61 AYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 AYJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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