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LF63 FLB

2013 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

117,355 mi
Last recorded117,355 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF63 FLB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 117,355 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 117,348 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2025 106,932 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush(s) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 2 Jan 2025 106,932 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush(s) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 101,450 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 92,383 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 81,884 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 23 Feb 2022 81,884 miles

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

Offside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Feb 2021 74,064 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 64,661 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2019 64,661 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2018 52,503 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2018 52,503 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 41,871 miles

ENGINE COVER AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 2 Oct 2017 41,812 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

ENGINE COVER AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Oct 2016 31,003 miles

Nail in near side rear tyre

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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LF63 FLB is a 2013 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LF63 FLB, 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 LF63 FLB registered?

LF63 FLB is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 24 September 2013.

Is LF63 FLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF63 FLB shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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