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FP61 LWW

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

136,688 mi
Last recorded136,688 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 LWW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 136,688 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 130,876 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER AND OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER AND OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 121,207 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

engine covers undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2022 114,337 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 111,229 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2020 109,691 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 104,623 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 101,866 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 98,874 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 98,874 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 83,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn badly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 66,308 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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FP61 LWW 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 91.7%.

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 FP61 LWW, 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 FP61 LWW registered?

FP61 LWW is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is FP61 LWW safe to buy?

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