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FV61 AXU

2011 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,055 mi
Last recorded116,055 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 AXU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 116,055 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 111,701 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 108,830 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside and nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edges of tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge of tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2024 108,830 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside and nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edges of tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge of tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 104,938 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox transfer box unit leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 100,592 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox and transfer box leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 97,933 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 95,942 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 95,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 91,031 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front prop rear uj has play.

play found internally in steering rack.

Pass 6 Jul 2017 73,700 miles

Offside Front tyre bald inner edge

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 6 Jul 2017 73,686 miles

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

Offside Front tyre bald inner edge

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 60,883 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 54,556 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 41,423 miles

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

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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FV61 AXU is a 2011 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FV61 AXU, 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 FV61 AXU registered?

FV61 AXU is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is FV61 AXU safe to buy?

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