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X3 BKO

2011 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

102,952 mi
Last recorded102,952 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW X376,533 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX3 BKO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 102,952 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2025 102,952 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 98,965 miles

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning in tailgate (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2024 98,965 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning in tailgate (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 93,234 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 93,234 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 87,321 miles

outstanding recall found contact dealership

Pass 27 Sep 2021 80,777 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2021 80,596 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 74,605 miles

Offside Front slight free play in steering tie rod

Pass 13 Nov 2019 68,571 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 59,327 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 47,855 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 35,382 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 35,283 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 29,933 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 24,763 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Sep 2014 23,802 miles

Exhaust emissions too lean to generate a reading

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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X3 BKO is a 2011 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 X3 BKO, 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 X3 BKO registered?

X3 BKO is a 2011 BMW X3, first registered on 24 October 2011.

Is X3 BKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X3 BKO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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