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BG11 LJZ

2011 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

66,959 mi
Last recorded66,959 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG11 LJZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 66,959 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 60,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Jun 2025 60,494 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 59,096 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))

Fail 21 Jun 2024 59,096 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 57,287 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 54,241 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 52,191 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 51,277 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 48,983 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 46,193 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 43,608 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 41,134 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 41,134 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 38,610 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 31,499 miles

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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BG11 LJZ is a 2011 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BG11 LJZ, 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 BG11 LJZ registered?

BG11 LJZ is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 15 April 2011.

Is BG11 LJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG11 LJZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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