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EN12 FBF

2012 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

190,523 mi
Last recorded190,523 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN12 FBF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 190,523 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 186,703 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 186,692 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 174,272 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Apr 2024 174,268 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 154,308 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 154,251 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 151,826 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 120,061 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 120,061 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 90,522 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 80,669 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 80,669 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 80,549 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 77,674 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 67,142 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2018 67,132 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 58,027 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 48,025 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 47,298 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Jun 2015 34,218 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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EN12 FBF is a 2012 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EN12 FBF, 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

How do I check the history of EN12 FBF?

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What year was EN12 FBF registered?

EN12 FBF is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is EN12 FBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN12 FBF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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