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SK13 DLF

2013 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

208,268 mi
Last recorded208,268 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK13 DLF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 208,268 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

both headlamp projected images deteriorated

Fail 11 Feb 2026 208,251 miles

Nearside Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

both headlamp projected images deteriorated

Pass 14 Feb 2025 188,364 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 166,076 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2024 165,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Led bulb (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Led bulb (4.1.4 (c))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 143,218 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured Pad wear sensor wiring hanging freely (4.11 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Feb 2023 143,102 miles

Front Road wheel fixing missing Both sides (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Road wheel fixing missing Both sides (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured Pad wear sensor wiring hanging freely (4.11 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 127,794 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 118,330 miles

Offside Rear light and bumper has damage

Pass 4 Mar 2020 103,388 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 103,388 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 87,512 miles

Nearside Rear tyre getting close to limit

Pass 21 Mar 2018 77,623 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components.

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight. ()

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components.

Fail 21 Mar 2018 77,623 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight. ()

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 17 Mar 2017 64,408 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 51,196 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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SK13 DLF is a 2013 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SK13 DLF, 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.

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SK13 DLF is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 22 March 2013.

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