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VU62 VFJ

2013 BMW X3

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

137,563 mi
Last recorded137,563 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2024
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 VFJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2024 137,563 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 137,563 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2023 135,688 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively offside and nearside (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60/17 and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front headlight bracket broken but lamp still secure, lens also slight damaged

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and scrubbing around inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front wing and bumper damaged and n/s/r door

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and scrubbing around inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

boot will not open by handle only with key

Pass 13 Oct 2022 123,221 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

boot lid doesn't open from outside

Fail 2 Sep 2022 121,400 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working motor is working. wiper blades not checked (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Boot release switch broken you can only open it from key fob.

Brake pad warning light displayed

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged around outer wall 225/60/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front wing mirror secured by cable ties

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear offside and nearside bumper trim insecure

Pass 26 Jul 2021 111,609 miles

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

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

NSR tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 May 2020 102,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2019 96,198 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Fail 30 May 2019 96,198 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 31 May 2018 88,127 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2018 88,127 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 May 2017 76,771 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 64,005 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 63,983 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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VU62 VFJ is a 2013 BMW X3 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 VU62 VFJ, 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.

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What year was VU62 VFJ registered?

VU62 VFJ is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 11 February 2013.

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