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AX12 KNP

2012 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,477 mi
Last recorded98,477 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 KNP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 98,477 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 83,944 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 69,997 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2024 69,997 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 55,703 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 51,538 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 51,538 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 47,179 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 35,955 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 31,586 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 27,092 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 20,362 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 18,483 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 15,951 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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AX12 KNP 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 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 AX12 KNP, 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 KNP registered?

AX12 KNP is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is AX12 KNP safe to buy?

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