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AU12 JBO

2012 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

111,000 mi
Last recorded111,000 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 JBO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 111,000 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 111,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 105,825 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 100,426 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 94,498 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 89,094 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 83,168 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 78,106 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 65,392 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 57,042 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 48,878 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 41,143 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 32,865 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2014 32,865 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AU12 JBO is a 2012 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AU12 JBO, 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 AU12 JBO registered?

AU12 JBO is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is AU12 JBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 JBO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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