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W7 FRE

2017 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

63,490 mi
Last recorded63,490 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW X346,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW7 FRE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 63,490 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Fail 30 Jan 2026 63,488 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 28 Jan 2025 56,443 miles

trays and covers fitted

Pass 31 Jan 2024 50,100 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 49,960 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Nov 2022 41,675 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Nov 2022 41,675 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 30,034 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 29,954 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre perishing on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre perishing on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre perishing on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 24,038 miles

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

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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W7 FRE is a 2017 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 46,260 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 W7 FRE, 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 9 years old, this BMW X3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W7 FRE?

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What year was W7 FRE registered?

W7 FRE is a 2017 BMW X3, first registered on 30 November 2017.

Is W7 FRE safe to buy?

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