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B8 TGH

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

195,880 mi
Last recorded195,880 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 TGH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 195,880 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 195,880 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2026 195,867 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays fitted unable to assess some components

Pass 15 Jan 2025 182,816 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle has under body tray covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 15 Jan 2025 182,814 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault lamp on dash (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle has under body tray covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 19 Jan 2024 175,431 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle has under tray covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 18 Jan 2024 175,430 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault light on dash (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle has under tray covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 12 Jan 2023 172,761 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel play in rack (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 164,634 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 154,448 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 144,494 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 144,494 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 136,276 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2017 120,764 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 120,764 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 103,074 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 82,831 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 62,235 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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B8 TGH is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 B8 TGH, 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 B8 TGH registered?

B8 TGH is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is B8 TGH safe to buy?

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