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DN12 VCM

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

150,701 mi
Last recorded150,701 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN12 VCM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 150,701 miles
Fail 21 May 2026 150,701 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 146,041 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2023 140,359 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 133,040 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 9 Jun 2021 119,368 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 119,364 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 112,115 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 112,115 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2019 101,741 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Fail 13 Jun 2019 101,741 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 84,388 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 68,591 miles

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge close to limit

Pass 20 Jun 2016 56,185 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 43,902 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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DN12 VCM is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DN12 VCM, 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 DN12 VCM registered?

DN12 VCM is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is DN12 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN12 VCM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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