CarVerify

Free Car Check

SB13 BUO

2013 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

76,580 mi
Last recorded76,580 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

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

RegistrationSB13 BUO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
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

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 76,580 miles

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

Nearside Front brake pad wire broken

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 25 Aug 2026 76,579 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front brake pad wire broken

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Aug 2025 71,952 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Sep 2024 66,497 miles

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking around tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 66,497 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking around tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 59,982 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 52,291 miles

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

brake pad warning light on

Pass 25 Aug 2021 41,879 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 36,740 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2020 36,740 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2019 26,791 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 23 Aug 2019 26,767 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 May 2018 14,191 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 14,191 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2017 11,336 miles

ADVISE N/S FRONT TYRE WORN ON EDGE

Pass 27 Apr 2016 8,790 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 8,790 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

SB13 BUO is a 2013 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 SB13 BUO, 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

How do I check the history of SB13 BUO?

You can check the full history of SB13 BUO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SB13 BUO registered?

SB13 BUO is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 24 May 2013.

Is SB13 BUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB13 BUO shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB13 BUO 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 SB13 BUO. 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.