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BG12 FHV

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

151,148 mi
Last recorded151,148 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 FHV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 151,148 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 142,219 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 133,738 miles

Nearside Front disc back plate slightly insecure

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

Offside indicator repeater missing some flashes water inside lamp

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 124,285 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

nsf and osf disc backplates corroded/loose

Pass 5 May 2022 116,312 miles

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

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

Nearside Front wearing uneven

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front wearing uneven

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective front wipers smear screen slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 101,205 miles

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

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 3 Jun 2020 91,649 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 74,005 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 60,895 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 46,760 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 36,409 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 36,409 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 27,972 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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BG12 FHV is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BG12 FHV, 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 BG12 FHV registered?

BG12 FHV is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 28 April 2012.

Is BG12 FHV safe to buy?

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