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VK13 VBB

2013 BMW X3

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,987 mi
Last recorded91,987 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK13 VBB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 91,987 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre 2 nails in tyre

Pass 12 Sep 2025 88,002 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 87,999 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 84,607 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2024 84,607 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 81,145 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 76,840 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 70,365 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 65,625 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 59,913 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 59,913 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 51,756 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - nail in tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 43,292 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 36,482 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear nsr tyre punctured

Rear couldn't inspect rear area fully due to child seats fitted

Fail 20 Apr 2017 36,481 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear nsr tyre punctured

Rear couldn't inspect rear area fully due to child seats fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2016 26,828 miles

all tyres have light perishing in tread.

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 VBB is a 2013 BMW X3 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VBB, 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 VBB registered?

VK13 VBB is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 29 April 2013.

Is VK13 VBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK13 VBB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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