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E21 MGC

2010 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

93,035 mi
Last recorded93,035 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW X376,942 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE21 MGC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 93,035 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 89,070 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 84,852 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 76,363 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 70,824 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 65,043 miles

Nearside Rear Inner tail lamp not working

Pass 20 Nov 2019 58,943 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 58,943 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 50,697 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 44,843 miles

all rubber boots for shockers split

Pass 29 Oct 2016 37,083 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 30,557 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 23,468 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2013 17,319 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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E21 MGC is a 2010 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2010 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 76,942 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 E21 MGC, 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 16 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 E21 MGC registered?

E21 MGC is a 2010 BMW X3, first registered on 20 November 2010.

Is E21 MGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E21 MGC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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