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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D. Check any X3 Xdrive 20 D by registration number below.

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97.6%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.7%

vs BMW Avg

8

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D has an average MOT pass rate of 97.6%, which is 7.7 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the X3 Xdrive 20 D is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D performs at MOT across different model years.

2018

Based on 55 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2017

Based on 114 vehicles

99.1%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2016

Based on 139 vehicles

97.1%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2015

Based on 104 vehicles

97.1%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

158k mi

2014

Based on 166 vehicles

96.4%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

165k mi

2013

Based on 166 vehicles

97.6%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

185k mi

2012

Based on 217 vehicles

97.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

2011

Based on 302 vehicles

96.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 420d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D

BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D is 97.6% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 97.6%, the BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D?
Typical mileage for the BMW X3 Xdrive 20 D: 157,607 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used X3 Xdrive 20 D to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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