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B12 VAP

2017 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,248 mi
Last recorded90,248 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW X346,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB12 VAP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 90,248 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 83,493 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Undertray not fully secure damaged (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 76,016 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 70,964 miles

Front both sides wheel arch covers missing

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 59,847 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 47,517 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2021 47,515 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2020 37,058 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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B12 VAP is a 2017 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 46,260 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 B12 VAP, 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 9 years old, this BMW X3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B12 VAP registered?

B12 VAP is a 2017 BMW X3, first registered on 27 October 2017.

Is B12 VAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B12 VAP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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