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LF13 DWX

2013 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,963 mi
Last recorded136,963 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF13 DWX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 136,963 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 136,963 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 123,252 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2024 123,252 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 103,624 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ( 225/60R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In Tread( 225/60R17) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ( 225/60R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 103,624 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In Tread( 225/60R17) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed In Tread( 225/60R17) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ( 225/60R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In Tread( 225/60R17) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ( 225/60R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 87,378 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Water Ingress And Cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 87,362 miles

Nearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 69,628 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 65,464 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 62,415 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 58,321 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 53,088 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 53,040 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump not working (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2016 48,610 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

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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LF13 DWX is a 2013 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LF13 DWX, 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 LF13 DWX registered?

LF13 DWX is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 14 March 2013.

Is LF13 DWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF13 DWX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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