CarVerify

Free Car Check

SO11 VSU

2011 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

147,241 mi
Last recorded147,241 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO11 VSU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 147,241 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 19 Jan 2026 147,241 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2025 140,285 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 133,923 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 124,667 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 109,794 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 98,949 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 90,936 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 82,854 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 73,216 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has sunstrip fitted but not restricting drivers view.

Pass 30 Dec 2016 65,184 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 52,635 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 50,216 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 50,612 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 47,087 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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
Full BMW X3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SO11 VSU is a 2011 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 76,533 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SO11 VSU, 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 15 years old, this BMW X3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SO11 VSU?

You can check the full history of SO11 VSU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SO11 VSU registered?

SO11 VSU is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 15 July 2011.

Is SO11 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO11 VSU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SO11 VSU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SO11 VSU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.