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AV62 XBJ

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

136,743 mi
Last recorded136,743 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 XBJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 136,743 miles

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 127,296 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Nov 2023 117,328 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 100,997 miles

slight free play from steering rack thrust piece

Pass 8 Nov 2021 82,897 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 82,897 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2020 73,637 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2020 73,637 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 63,129 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 44,738 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 31,768 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 26,616 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 19,669 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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AV62 XBJ is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AV62 XBJ, 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 AV62 XBJ registered?

AV62 XBJ is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is AV62 XBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV62 XBJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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