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VE66 ZPS

2017 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,111 mi
Last recorded24,111 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW X346,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE66 ZPS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2017
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 24,111 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 22,754 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 22,754 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))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 21,027 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2023 21,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 18,758 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 15,838 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 13,201 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 10,428 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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VE66 ZPS is a 2017 BMW X3 in Bronze with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 46,260 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 VE66 ZPS, 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 9 years old, this BMW X3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VE66 ZPS?

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What year was VE66 ZPS registered?

VE66 ZPS is a 2017 BMW X3, first registered on 17 January 2017.

Is VE66 ZPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE66 ZPS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE66 ZPS have outstanding finance?

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