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SH09 ART

2013 BMW X3

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,470 mi
Last recorded77,470 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 ART
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 77,470 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2025 68,531 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 59,408 miles

Offside Front inner steering tie rod slight play

rear bumper trim loose

Fail 3 Jun 2024 59,408 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front inner steering tie rod slight play

rear bumper trim loose

Pass 24 May 2023 51,162 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

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

Fail 24 May 2023 51,145 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 May 2022 43,716 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s/f brake disc backplate loose

Pass 2 Jun 2021 36,270 miles

o/s/f brake disc backplate loose

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jun 2021 36,252 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged cords showing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

o/s/f brake disc backplate loose

Pass 3 Jun 2020 30,090 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 30,090 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 22,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 16,418 miles

under trays/ shields fitted not allowing full inspection of some compnents

Pass 21 Mar 2017 11,047 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 Nov 2016 9,990 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 8,135 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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SH09 ART is a 2013 BMW X3 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SH09 ART, 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 SH09 ART registered?

SH09 ART is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 23 March 2013.

Is SH09 ART safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH09 ART shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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