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DT51 MEL

2012 BMW X3

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,310 mi
Last recorded123,310 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDT51 MEL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2024 123,310 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 117,435 miles

Offside Front All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2022 107,283 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 90,504 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2020 78,651 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2019 72,121 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2019 66,267 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 48,739 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 47,639 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Jul 2016 44,165 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 39,881 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DT51 MEL is a 2012 BMW X3 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DT51 MEL, 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 DT51 MEL registered?

DT51 MEL is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is DT51 MEL safe to buy?

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