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J31 SBB

2011 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,063 mi
Last recorded75,063 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ31 SBB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 75,063 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel internal rack knocking (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2025 66,035 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Nov 2024 61,574 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Nov 2023 54,521 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 50,327 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 43,860 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 38,798 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 38,798 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2019 34,955 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 31,300 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 27,009 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 May 2016 23,121 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 May 2015 18,303 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 13,205 miles

Nearside front tyre outerwall cut but not deep to cords

Offside front tyre worn unevenly from inner edge

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2014 13,205 miles

Nearside front tyre outerwall cut but not deep to cords

Offside front tyre worn unevenly from inner edge

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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J31 SBB is a 2011 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 J31 SBB, 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 J31 SBB registered?

J31 SBB is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 7 May 2011.

Is J31 SBB safe to buy?

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