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SM18 HZC

2018 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,310 mi
Last recorded49,310 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW X338,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM18 HZC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 49,310 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 46,909 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 41,935 miles

engine cover/under-trays fitted

Fail 28 May 2024 41,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

engine cover/under-trays fitted

light level sensor broken

Pass 26 May 2023 35,569 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 29,469 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 18,616 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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SM18 HZC is a 2018 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 38,556 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 SM18 HZC, 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 8 years old, this BMW X3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM18 HZC?

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What year was SM18 HZC registered?

SM18 HZC is a 2018 BMW X3, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is SM18 HZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM18 HZC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM18 HZC have outstanding finance?

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