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FR05 TLY

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,309 mi
Last recorded96,309 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR05 TLY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 96,309 miles

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

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 86,829 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2024 86,538 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 81,051 miles

Offside Front (side repeater slightly defective)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 74,646 miles

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

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

Offside Front tyre badly worn on inner edge

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 69,285 miles

Nearside (side repeater slightly defective)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 66,188 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 58,647 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 58,647 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 43,611 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2017 37,584 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 31,722 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Nov 2015 25,394 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FR05 TLY is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FR05 TLY, 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 FR05 TLY registered?

FR05 TLY is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 3 December 2012.

Is FR05 TLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR05 TLY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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