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CV12 XDT

2012 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

102,684 mi
Last recorded102,684 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 XDT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 102,684 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2025 102,684 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 98,888 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 96,909 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 94,675 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 92,088 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 88,396 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 85,340 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 85,340 miles

Headlamp aim too low Nearside & Offside (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 80,875 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light water & condensation in lamp (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light water & condensation in lamp (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2018 75,926 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 68,094 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 66,198 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 66,194 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 53,705 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 42,235 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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CV12 XDT is a 2012 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 CV12 XDT, 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 CV12 XDT registered?

CV12 XDT is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 2 April 2012.

Is CV12 XDT safe to buy?

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