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VK13 MWP

2013 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

135,941 mi
Last recorded135,941 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK13 MWP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 135,941 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 7 Aug 2025 123,911 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 108,693 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 100,275 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 89,712 miles

Both front suspension arm bushes perished/cracking

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Aug 2021 69,364 miles

Manufacturer fitted undertrays limit inspection of underside of vehicle.

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 57,401 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 48,092 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Apr 2019 48,092 miles

Offside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 39,623 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 39,623 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 31,480 miles

Offside Front Worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Apr 2016 22,690 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on outer edge

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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VK13 MWP is a 2013 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 69,256 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 VK13 MWP, 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 13 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 VK13 MWP registered?

VK13 MWP is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 1 May 2013.

Is VK13 MWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK13 MWP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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