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W13 SCL

2013 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

123,396 mi
Last recorded123,396 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW13 SCL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 123,396 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 118,071 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 112,336 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 107,471 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 102,345 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 99,767 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2020 95,359 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 88,461 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 88,461 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 70,415 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 58,030 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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W13 SCL is a 2013 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 W13 SCL, 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 W13 SCL registered?

W13 SCL is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 16 January 2013.

Is W13 SCL safe to buy?

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