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BFB 141

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,973 mi
Last recorded155,973 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFB 141
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 155,973 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 150,333 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 142,485 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 131,034 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 118,846 miles

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

under tray fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 1 Mar 2021 105,669 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 96,487 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 81,154 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 66,297 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 50,960 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 35,332 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2015 21,013 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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BFB 141 is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BFB 141, 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 BFB 141 registered?

BFB 141 is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is BFB 141 safe to buy?

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