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AK12 PYV

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,857 mi
Last recorded110,857 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 PYV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 110,857 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 107,592 miles

All brake disc's corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2023 104,535 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 94,375 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 85,085 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 78,379 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 66,710 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 57,335 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 48,267 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 47,703 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn 'lip' (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 21 Apr 2017 46,373 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wearing (lip) (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 35,374 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 25 Apr 2016 35,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 29 Apr 2015 25,992 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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AK12 PYV is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AK12 PYV, 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 AK12 PYV registered?

AK12 PYV is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is AK12 PYV safe to buy?

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