2014 BMW X3 3.0L Diesel · RU51 FST
2014 BMW X3 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 26 Mar 2014. Recorded mileage 86,474 miles. MOT expired on 05 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW X3
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,474 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
RU51 FST Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/06/2025
- 86,474 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RU51 FST 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 2014 BMW X3 (RU51 FST) between February 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
RU51 FST Mileage History
- 08/02/202259,103 mi
- 03/02/202369,251 mi+10,148 mi
- 12/02/202477,858 mi+8,607 mi
- 31/01/202584,483 mi+6,625 mi
- 06/06/202586,474 mi+1,991 mi
Average of roughly 8,235 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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: Average
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for RU51FST.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for RU51FST. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (RU51 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as RU51FST.
PORSCHE
CAYENNE
KAWASAKI
Z1000
NISSAN
ARIYA EVOLVE
LAND ROVER
DISCOVERY SPORT
NISSAN
NAVARA
VOLKSWAGEN
PASSAT
AUDI
A6
BMW
Z4
RENAULT
CAPTUR
AUDI
A4
VOLVO
XC40 INSCRPT PRO B4 MHEV AWD A
BMW
X5
BMW X3 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2014 model year cars.
- Transfer Case Failure (xDrive)Serious
The transfer case wears quickly if tyre circumferences differ or the fluid is never changed, leading to expensive judder and shunt under acceleration.
- N47 Timing Chain StretchSerious
Early 20d cars carry the familiar rear-chain risk. In an X3 it is often ignored until the bill is very large because the engine otherwise feels fine.
- Rear Coil Spring SnappingModerate
The X3 weight and UK road conditions make rear springs a regular wear point, sometimes only noticed when the MOT tester spots a broken bottom coil.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.