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FH12 XCB

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,308 mi
Last recorded74,308 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 XCB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 74,308 miles

slight play o/s/f inner steering joint

Pass 1 Sep 2017 67,282 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil o/s/f (2.7.3)

both rear tyres wearing thin on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing thin inner and outer edges 245/50/18 v

slight play o/s/f inner steering rack joint

Pass 26 Jul 2016 52,992 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 40,790 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Jul 2015 40,790 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FH12 XCB is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 FH12 XCB, 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.

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What year was FH12 XCB registered?

FH12 XCB is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 23 July 2012.

Is FH12 XCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH12 XCB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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