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VU61 OEM

2011 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

105,239 mi
Last recorded105,239 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 OEM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 105,239 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertray's fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2025 98,585 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front headlamp bracket slightly broken - but still secure

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center tread - 3MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 91,144 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 84,454 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 75,886 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 68,141 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 68,135 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 62,721 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 55,892 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 52,240 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 46,408 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 41,790 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 27,739 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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VU61 OEM is a 2011 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VU61 OEM, 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 VU61 OEM registered?

VU61 OEM is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 7 September 2011.

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