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SK13 WUV

2013 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

168,000 mi
Last recorded168,000 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK13 WUV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2026 168,000 miles

Surface corrosion on vehicle underbody

Pass 27 Feb 2025 144,197 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Surface corrosion on vehicle underbody

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Feb 2025 144,197 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both front (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Surface corrosion on vehicle underbody

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Nov 2024 143,459 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 134,613 miles

Handbrake on min but locked

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 119,550 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 104,313 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 90,076 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 80,422 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 80,422 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2018 72,352 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 63,558 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 47,194 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2015 32,703 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 WUV is a 2013 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WUV, 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 SK13 WUV registered?

SK13 WUV is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 20 April 2013.

Is SK13 WUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK13 WUV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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