2011 BMW X3 2.0L Diesel · SC52 ART
2011 BMW X3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 25 Nov 2011. Recorded mileage 150,563 miles. MOT valid until 01 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW X3
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 150,563 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SC52 ART Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/08/2026
- 150,563 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SC52 ART MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 BMW X3 (SC52 ART) between October 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
SC52 ART Mileage History
- 25/10/2023116,380 mi
- 02/08/2024120,314 mi+3,934 mi
- 02/08/2025135,501 mi+15,187 mi
- 02/08/2025135,501 mi
- 03/08/2026150,563 mi+15,062 mi
Average of roughly 12,324 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X3 (F25)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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