CarVerify

Free Car Check

GX61 UBT

2011 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,620 mi
Last recorded132,620 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX61 UBT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 132,620 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 118,861 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2024 118,825 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 111,835 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 104,411 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 95,756 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 94,692 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 89,730 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective Brake pad warning lamp illuminated With message referring to low rear pads (which have obviously been renewed) Advised system checked/re-set (1.1.4 (a) (i))

NOTE: manufacturer's displayed emissions plate limit: 0.57K m-1

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 79,543 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 69,534 miles

'Brake Fluid change due soon' message on internal display at time of test

Engine covers & under-trays fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay & on underside

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) heard and felt knocking when steering shook by hand with wheel free - poss rack poss track rod end but unable to confirm at time of test - further investigation required ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' appears to be 2 small points of impact (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 54,418 miles

brake pad warning lamp on

emissions to clean to read due to derv/part/filter/fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2015 39,900 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2014 35,430 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES CLOSE TO 1:6mm limit

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

The emission limits were tested and meet the required standard,but the DSM could not register the low readings

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre worn on edges close to limit

Fail 10 Oct 2014 35,430 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

BOTH REAR TYRES CLOSE TO 1:6mm limit

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

The emission limits were tested and meet the required standard,but the DSM could not register the low readings

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads BELOW SERVICE STANDARD

nearside front tyre worn on edges close to limit

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
Full BMW X3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GX61 UBT is a 2011 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GX61 UBT, 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

How do I check the history of GX61 UBT?

You can check the full history of GX61 UBT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GX61 UBT registered?

GX61 UBT is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 6 October 2011.

Is GX61 UBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX61 UBT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX61 UBT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GX61 UBT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.