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FD12 ZVS

2012 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

164,575 mi
Last recorded164,575 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 ZVS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 164,575 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 142,493 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 125,203 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 120,094 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2022 120,094 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2021 112,540 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Sep 2020 104,943 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

brake pad warning light on

Pass 13 Sep 2019 96,173 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 961,710 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 May 2019 94,364 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 80,767 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside front inner steering arm has slight play

Fail 8 Jun 2018 80,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside front inner steering arm has slight play

Pass 13 May 2017 63,879 miles

engine covers and undertray

Pass 9 Jun 2016 50,435 miles

engine covers fitted at the time of the test obscuring some components

under body covers fitted at the time of the test obscuring some components

Pass 21 May 2015 36,667 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 36,667 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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FD12 ZVS is a 2012 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FD12 ZVS, 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 FD12 ZVS?

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What year was FD12 ZVS registered?

FD12 ZVS is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is FD12 ZVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD12 ZVS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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