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AX12 BKF

2012 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,941 mi
Last recorded95,941 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 BKF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 95,941 miles

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop shaft rear u/j (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 95,595 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop shaft rear u/j (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 87,874 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 82,311 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Aug 2023 76,894 miles

unable to inspect rear seat belts fully as seats were folded away

Pass 19 Aug 2022 71,789 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 66,980 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 61,914 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2020 61,914 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 55,195 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 50,501 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 45,576 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 37,710 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 37,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 27,759 miles

nsr tyre cut in tread

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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AX12 BKF is a 2012 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX12 BKF, 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 AX12 BKF registered?

AX12 BKF is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 23 July 2012.

Is AX12 BKF safe to buy?

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