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VU63 LJL

2013 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,632 mi
Last recorded115,632 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU63 LJL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 115,632 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2025 106,166 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 105,642 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 102,567 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 98,848 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 94,115 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Fail 5 Nov 2021 94,115 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 29 Oct 2020 90,950 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 88,124 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 84,599 miles

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Oct 2017 81,586 miles

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Fail 28 Oct 2017 81,580 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Undercover fitted some components

Pass 18 Nov 2016 77,911 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 77,911 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 74,380 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 74,380 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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VU63 LJL is a 2013 BMW X3 in Black 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 VU63 LJL, 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 VU63 LJL registered?

VU63 LJL is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 12 September 2013.

Is VU63 LJL safe to buy?

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