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DS12 HZN

2012 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

211,140 mi
Last recorded211,140 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 HZN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 211,140 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 178,191 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 146,178 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 146,178 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 119,839 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 118,890 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 118,241 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 114,801 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 113,060 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 108,175 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 108,175 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 104,055 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 83,986 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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DS12 HZN is a 2012 BMW X3 in Bronze 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 DS12 HZN, 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 DS12 HZN registered?

DS12 HZN is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 1 August 2012.

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