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SW61 LSZ

2011 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

122,771 mi
Last recorded122,771 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 LSZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 122,771 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 116,746 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2024 107,817 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 107,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 101,157 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2023 101,157 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 May 2022 93,775 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 85,216 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2020 78,925 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 75,734 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 75,734 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 67,892 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 61,200 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on outer edge

Pass 15 Aug 2016 51,072 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 39,791 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 30,773 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SW61 LSZ is a 2011 BMW X3 in Grey 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 SW61 LSZ, 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 SW61 LSZ registered?

SW61 LSZ is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is SW61 LSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 LSZ 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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