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EK12 ZVG

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,090 mi
Last recorded112,090 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 ZVG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 112,090 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2026 112,090 miles

Offside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2025 106,004 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc back plate loose

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 99,225 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 15 Jun 2023 94,129 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 9 Jun 2022 89,346 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 82,783 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 77,779 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 69,355 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 59,348 miles

unable to fully test n/s/r and o/s/r seatbelts due to child seats fitted.

Fail 29 Mar 2018 59,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

unable to fully test n/s/r and o/s/r seatbelts due to child seats fitted.

Pass 24 Mar 2017 44,623 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 30 Mar 2016 34,382 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 21,494 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 21,494 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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EK12 ZVG is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EK12 ZVG, 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 EK12 ZVG registered?

EK12 ZVG is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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