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DV12 YYJ

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,465 mi
Last recorded131,465 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 YYJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 131,465 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2025 115,436 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 106,230 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 94,027 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 83,150 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 73,287 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 66,404 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 53,801 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 41,513 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 34,140 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 26,274 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 20,428 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on both edges

Offside front tyre worn on both edges

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

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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DV12 YYJ is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DV12 YYJ, 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 DV12 YYJ registered?

DV12 YYJ is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 26 May 2012.

Is DV12 YYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV12 YYJ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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