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AY62 YFE

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

85,019 mi
Last recorded85,019 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY62 YFE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 85,019 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 77,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing through rubber on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner edge (245/45/19 R.F) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 72,823 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 72,823 miles

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 67,044 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 58,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40/19 Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40/19 Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))

Wipers Smeary

Fail 1 Sep 2021 58,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/45/19 Run Flat (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/45/19 Run Flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40/19 Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/40/19 Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))

Wipers Smeary

Pass 24 Aug 2020 49,959 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 43,774 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 37,931 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 32,449 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 32,449 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 26,553 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 17,972 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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AY62 YFE 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 78.6%.

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 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 AY62 YFE, 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.

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What year was AY62 YFE registered?

AY62 YFE is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is AY62 YFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY62 YFE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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