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X3 KBW

2013 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

116,847 mi
Last recorded116,847 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX3 KBW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 116,847 miles

Full Under Body Panels Fitted Concealing Some Components

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement caster arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low Tread Advise Replacement 245/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Sep 2026 116,847 miles

Nearside Front Outer Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Full Under Body Panels Fitted Concealing Some Components

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement caster arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low Tread Advise Replacement 245/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2025 104,020 miles

Covers fitted concealing some components .

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear road springs corroded . (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 92,699 miles

Covers fitted concealing some components .

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Lamp in tail gate not working . (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres getting close to limit . 275/40x19 . (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 92,699 miles

Covers fitted concealing some components .

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Lamp in tail gate not working . (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working New lamp fitted . (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres getting close to limit . 275/40x19 . (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 82,174 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under body panels fitted NOT allowing inspection of testable items

Pass 30 Sep 2022 76,818 miles

Covers fitted concealing some components .

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 72,494 miles

Covers fitted concealing some components .

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 28 Jul 2021 72,494 miles

Covers fitted concealing some components .

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/40x19 Pirelli Zero (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 66,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit - 245/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm - 275/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 56,830 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 56,830 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2018 51,017 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 45,001 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 34,702 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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X3 KBW is a 2013 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 X3 KBW, 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 X3 KBW registered?

X3 KBW is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 15 January 2013.

Is X3 KBW safe to buy?

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