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FP13 XPS

2013 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

99,264 mi
Last recorded99,264 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP13 XPS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 99,264 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 99,222 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 90,737 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 90,737 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 87,402 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 83,800 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 80,747 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 74,367 miles

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

knock on steering column unable to visual inspect due to covers fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2020 68,911 miles

UNDERSIDE COVERS FITTED

Fail 20 Feb 2020 68,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BADLY WORN INNER EDGE RECOMMEND IMMEDIATE REPLACEMENT (5.2.3 (e))

UNDERSIDE COVERS FITTED

Pass 25 Feb 2019 61,948 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 48,243 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 36,838 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 22,664 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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FP13 XPS is a 2013 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 69,256 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 FP13 XPS, 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 13 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 FP13 XPS registered?

FP13 XPS is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 19 June 2013.

Is FP13 XPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP13 XPS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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