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SV13 VXU

2013 BMW X3

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,324 mi
Last recorded102,324 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV13 VXU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 102,324 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 88,365 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 88,362 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 74,471 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2023 74,453 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 72,729 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 70,565 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 68,452 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 66,509 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 66,509 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 58,049 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 6 Jul 2018 58,049 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 77,642 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 38,393 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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SV13 VXU is a 2013 BMW X3 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SV13 VXU, 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 SV13 VXU registered?

SV13 VXU is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 17 April 2013.

Is SV13 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV13 VXU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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