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A20 LEX

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,694 mi
Last recorded36,694 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 LEX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 36,694 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 32,823 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 27,686 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 23,375 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 19,072 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 15,652 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 12,023 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 7,169 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 6,865 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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A20 LEX is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A20 LEX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 LEX registered?

A20 LEX is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is A20 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 LEX shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A20 LEX have outstanding finance?

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