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VN61 MRX

2011 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

106,679 mi
Last recorded106,679 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN61 MRX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 106,679 miles

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

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

Fail 19 May 2026 106,661 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 May 2025 106,150 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted metal part of brake hose bent where it comes out of caliper (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 105,775 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 101,638 miles

tracking wear on front tyres

Fail 31 May 2023 101,638 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

tracking wear on front tyres

Pass 31 May 2022 96,309 miles

Nearside Front tyre bald on outer shoulder replacement recommended

tracking wear on front tyres

Pass 3 Jun 2021 90,364 miles

tracking wear on front tyres

Pass 8 Jun 2020 86,713 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 30 Mar 2019 81,883 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 78,186 miles

Offside Front tyre perished (2-3mil measured tread )below 1.6mil outer shoulder replacement recommended

front inner brake pads 60% worn (inner pads)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 74,208 miles

Nearside Front TYRE BALD ON OUTER SHOULDER

Pass 9 Apr 2016 71,200 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 66,306 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 64,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VN61 MRX is a 2011 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 76,533 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 VN61 MRX, 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 15 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 VN61 MRX registered?

VN61 MRX is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 24 November 2011.

Is VN61 MRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN61 MRX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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