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BW12 ACV

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

122,936 mi
Last recorded122,936 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW12 ACV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 122,936 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 115,293 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 107,185 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 97,512 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 94,782 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 89,402 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 84,609 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 74,663 miles

both front tyres worn low and scrubbing on inner and outer edges

Pass 4 Apr 2018 67,194 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 59,316 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 50,107 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 35,995 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 35,995 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

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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BW12 ACV 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 BW12 ACV, 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 BW12 ACV registered?

BW12 ACV is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is BW12 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW12 ACV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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