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VK13 RKJ

2013 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

146,479 mi
Last recorded146,479 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK13 RKJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 146,479 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 144,374 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 144,374 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 138,958 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip damage to screen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Nov 2022 138,957 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip damage to screen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 132,504 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 122,486 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 105,238 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 96,616 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 1 Jun 2018 96,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Jun 2017 84,436 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2017 84,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 76,428 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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VK13 RKJ is a 2013 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 VK13 RKJ, 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

How do I check the history of VK13 RKJ?

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What year was VK13 RKJ registered?

VK13 RKJ is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 3 May 2013.

Is VK13 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK13 RKJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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