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VN17 FDF

2017 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,578 mi
Last recorded45,578 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW X346,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN17 FDF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 45,578 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 40,441 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Jan 2024 35,721 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 23 Jan 2024 35,721 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Jan 2023 30,117 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 25,158 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

advise under-body covers

Pass 8 Jan 2021 20,652 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 30 Jan 2020 17,288 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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VN17 FDF is a 2017 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VN17 FDF, 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 VN17 FDF?

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What year was VN17 FDF registered?

VN17 FDF is a 2017 BMW X3, first registered on 22 April 2017.

Is VN17 FDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN17 FDF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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