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FG12 SVJ

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,789 mi
Last recorded105,789 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 SVJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2025 105,789 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Caster arm bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Caster arm bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack

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

Rear Subframe / floor corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2024 105,463 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front tyres nearside & offside outer walls slightly cracking

under vehicle to rear & rear subframe slight surface corrosion & engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2023 104,947 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 104,575 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 104,335 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 103,831 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 103,657 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 102,897 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 101,871 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 100,009 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 87,751 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 54,269 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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FG12 SVJ 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 FG12 SVJ, 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 FG12 SVJ registered?

FG12 SVJ is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is FG12 SVJ safe to buy?

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