2011 BMW X3 3.0L Diesel · M20 EAW
2011 BMW X3 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 09 Nov 2011. Recorded mileage 94,311 miles. MOT valid until 08 Feb 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW X3
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,311 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M20 EAW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/01/2026
- 94,311 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M20 EAW 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 (M20 EAW) between March 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
M20 EAW Mileage History
- 13/03/202364,521 mi
- 08/11/202371,200 mi+6,679 mi
- 09/02/202471,628 mi+428 mi
- 20/01/202583,704 mi+12,076 mi
- 26/01/202694,311 mi+10,607 mi
Average of roughly 10,362 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
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