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D5 ELA

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

77,354 mi
Last recorded77,354 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD5 ELA
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 77,354 miles

Chassis Warning Light On iDrive, No Lights Illuminated On Dash.

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays/Covers Fitted, Obscuring View/Access

Pass 9 Sep 2024 73,950 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

undercovers fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2023 69,310 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

no smoke detected no printout

undercovers fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2022 64,846 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

no smoke detected no printout

undercovers fitted

Fail 21 Sep 2022 64,728 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Sep 2021 60,711 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 60,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire damaged (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2020 56,918 miles

no smoke detected no printout

undercovers fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2019 51,435 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 44,519 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 37,027 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 29,992 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 23,017 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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D5 ELA is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 D5 ELA, 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 D5 ELA registered?

D5 ELA is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is D5 ELA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D5 ELA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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