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BIG 3872

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,116 mi
Last recorded38,116 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 3872
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 38,116 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 35,610 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 33,049 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 31,519 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 29,764 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 29,764 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 28,246 miles

n/s and o/s front lower forward most arm inner bush worn

o/s front tyre worn and edge almost void of tread

Pass 10 Oct 2019 26,705 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 25,339 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2017 22,071 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 18,541 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 13,992 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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BIG 3872 is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 BIG 3872, 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 BIG 3872 registered?

BIG 3872 is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is BIG 3872 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 3872 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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