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CY12 VGR

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,117 mi
Last recorded112,117 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY12 VGR
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 112,117 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Aug 2022 111,935 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 105,925 miles

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

Under shields fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2020 99,782 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 92,623 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 84,702 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 68,762 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 55,285 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 42,011 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 36,380 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 36,380 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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CY12 VGR is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CY12 VGR, 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.

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What year was CY12 VGR registered?

CY12 VGR is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is CY12 VGR safe to buy?

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