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C19 BUX

2012 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

108,287 mi
Last recorded108,287 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC19 BUX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 108,287 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Aug 2025 108,287 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 93,968 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 74,138 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 71,189 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 68,299 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 63,042 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 57,953 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 51,054 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 51,054 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 43,323 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 34,816 miles

Cut in tread o/s/r tyre

Wipers smear screen

Pass 20 Aug 2015 24,587 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 24,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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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C19 BUX is a 2012 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 C19 BUX, 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 C19 BUX registered?

C19 BUX is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is C19 BUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C19 BUX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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