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MV13 HLG

2013 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

159,374 mi
Last recorded159,374 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV13 HLG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 159,374 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2026 159,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside rear tyre edges slightly wearing

Pass 4 Apr 2025 148,790 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 148,679 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 132,791 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 118,382 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 106,628 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 98,919 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 95,538 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 95,538 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre badly worn inner edge

Pass 14 Mar 2019 87,658 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 83,110 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 77,180 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 24 Mar 2017 77,180 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 69,516 miles

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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MV13 HLG is a 2013 BMW X3 in Bronze with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MV13 HLG, 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 MV13 HLG registered?

MV13 HLG is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 12 March 2013.

Is MV13 HLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV13 HLG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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