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BK12 MSX

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

144,874 mi
Last recorded144,874 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 MSX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 144,874 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 140,055 miles
Fail 3 May 2025 140,055 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 131,041 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2024 131,041 miles

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 124,750 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 119,616 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 107,210 miles

At time of test underside engine and gearbox covers fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2020 88,993 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 78,096 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 74,331 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Wipers starting to smear.

Pass 27 May 2017 68,013 miles

front wipers smearing

Fail 27 May 2017 68,013 miles

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

front wipers smearing

Pass 25 May 2016 56,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a nail in it

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 May 2016 56,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a nail in it

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2015 41,002 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 41,000 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

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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BK12 MSX is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BK12 MSX, 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

How do I check the history of BK12 MSX?

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What year was BK12 MSX registered?

BK12 MSX is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is BK12 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 MSX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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