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SW60 GZD

2011 BMW X3

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

102,535 mi
Last recorded102,535 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW60 GZD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 102,535 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 96,355 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 91,894 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 87,757 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 81,308 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 76,897 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 74,199 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 68,169 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 68,169 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

offside window reg inop

Pass 13 Jan 2018 59,389 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2018 59,389 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 50,182 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock gaiter split

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

Offside Rear shock gaiter split

Pass 11 Jan 2016 38,925 miles

O/s/r shock absorber dust cover split & adrift

Fail 11 Jan 2016 38,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

O/s/r shock absorber dust cover split & adrift

Pass 16 Jan 2015 31,825 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2014 22,967 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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SW60 GZD is a 2011 BMW X3 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 SW60 GZD, 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 SW60 GZD?

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What year was SW60 GZD registered?

SW60 GZD is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 21 January 2011.

Is SW60 GZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW60 GZD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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