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VA11 DHV

2011 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

198,743 mi
Last recorded198,743 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA11 DHV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 198,743 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 181,843 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2023 161,643 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 137,885 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2022 137,885 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Sep 2021 118,806 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 107,347 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 94,625 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 85,589 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm and Worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm and Worn severely on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 71,238 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 71,238 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 56,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2015 39,768 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 37,963 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 28,179 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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VA11 DHV is a 2011 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VA11 DHV, 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 VA11 DHV registered?

VA11 DHV is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 19 July 2011.

Is VA11 DHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA11 DHV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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