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SW60 GZS

2011 BMW X3

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

119,223 mi
Last recorded119,223 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 119,223 miles

whole under vehicle corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2024 119,135 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 119,133 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 111,730 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 103,089 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 103,089 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 93,846 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 83,752 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Fail 18 May 2019 83,725 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 17 May 2018 74,430 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 63,179 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 53,314 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 48,857 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 45,927 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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SW60 GZS is a 2011 BMW X3 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GZS, 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

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What year was SW60 GZS registered?

SW60 GZS is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 17 January 2011.

Is SW60 GZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW60 GZS 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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