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CE61 VZW

2011 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

90,319 mi
Last recorded90,319 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE61 VZW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 90,319 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 89,457 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated seeping (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 88,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225-60-17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225-60-17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225-60-17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated seepage of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225-60-17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 86,506 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2022 86,494 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 83,107 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 81,838 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 79,329 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 68,951 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 57,366 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 47,504 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 37,442 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s & o/s (4.1.E.1)

nail n/s/f tyre

Pass 2 Sep 2014 27,897 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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CE61 VZW is a 2011 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CE61 VZW, 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

How do I check the history of CE61 VZW?

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What year was CE61 VZW registered?

CE61 VZW is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 14 September 2011.

Is CE61 VZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE61 VZW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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