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SG13 DVB

2013 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

123,640 mi
Last recorded123,640 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG13 DVB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 123,640 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 119,616 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 114,162 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2024 114,158 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Mar 2023 108,663 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 101,731 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 95,482 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 92,926 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 92,892 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 88,598 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2019 88,598 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 84,657 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 81,074 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 62,303 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Feb 2016 62,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SG13 DVB is a 2013 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc 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 SG13 DVB, 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 SG13 DVB registered?

SG13 DVB is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 19 March 2013.

Is SG13 DVB safe to buy?

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