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F5 SMG

2017 BMW X3

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

65,520 mi
Last recorded65,520 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW X346,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF5 SMG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 65,520 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2025 103,019 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2025 65,513 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 57,811 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2024 57,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 99,480 miles

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 inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2024 99,480 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 48,988 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 95,385 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 39,710 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing unevenly/feathered (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 90,613 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 86,281 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 30,959 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 24,538 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Nov 2020 83,403 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 79,164 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner joint slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 69,726 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 60,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre, Evidence of possible bulge in outer tyre sidewall, However not conclusive.

Pass 13 Dec 2016 53,300 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 53,295 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 52,110 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 42,428 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 34,681 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 27,724 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 27,724 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.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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F5 SMG is a 2017 BMW X3 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2017 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 46,260 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 F5 SMG, 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 9 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 F5 SMG registered?

F5 SMG is a 2017 BMW X3, first registered on 15 December 2017.

Is F5 SMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F5 SMG shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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