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A19 DNU

2012 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests31 (26 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate83.9%

Mileage

135,034 mi
Last recorded135,034 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 DNU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

26 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2026 135,034 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along side fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced rail by fuel tank (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2026 86,015 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 127,574 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2025 127,560 miles

Front Steering locking device missing track rod end splitt pins missing (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings excess play in arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2024 84,817 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Feb 2024 121,724 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material VARIOUS PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR CHASSIS MEMBERS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ALL MOUNTINGS (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 83,324 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 112,862 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 79,770 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 74,031 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 103,641 miles

Surface corrosion to chassis and body mounts

Pass 13 Oct 2020 96,989 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Surface corrosion to chassis and body mounts

Pass 10 Oct 2020 66,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 60,287 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 85,832 miles

Surface corrosion to chassis and body mount areas

Pass 20 Sep 2018 54,002 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 75,433 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

front no plate left side bracket broken but secure

Fail 4 Jan 2018 75,433 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front no plate left side bracket broken but secure

Pass 16 Sep 2017 47,063 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 54,001 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 54,001 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 41,721 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn bald on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn bald on inner edge

Pass 15 Jun 2016 50,376 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 31,581 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 42,410 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 32,486 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 25,259 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jan 2013 25,259 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 25,079 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 19,831 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 14,855 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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A19 DNU is a 2012 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 73,287 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A19 DNU, 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 14 years old, this BMW X3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A19 DNU registered?

A19 DNU is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is A19 DNU safe to buy?

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