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FE61 VVT

2011 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

138,595 mi
Last recorded138,595 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE61 VVT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 138,595 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2018 124,175 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2018 124,175 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 170,515 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front under tray damaged

Fail 16 Jan 2017 170,515 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure rear arm (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front under tray damaged

Pass 22 Jan 2016 87,302 miles

Nearside Rear Outer position light not working

Offside Rear Inner position light not working

Fail 22 Jan 2016 87,302 miles

Nearside Rear Outer position light not working

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Inner position light not working

Pass 14 Jan 2015 72,425 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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FE61 VVT is a 2011 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FE61 VVT, 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 FE61 VVT registered?

FE61 VVT is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 13 September 2011.

Is FE61 VVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE61 VVT shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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