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FR12 KGZ

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

105,821 mi
Last recorded105,821 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 KGZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 105,821 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

UNDERSIDE COVERS FITTED

Fail 3 Jun 2021 105,821 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BULB FITTED INCORRECTLY (4.1.2 (c))

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

UNDERSIDE COVERS FITTED

Pass 8 Jun 2020 93,300 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 93,217 miles

Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2019 85,337 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 75,448 miles

front brake pads close to wear indicator

Fail 28 Jun 2018 75,424 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen needs new bulb (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/50/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

front brake pads close to wear indicator

Pass 28 Jun 2017 61,970 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted.

Pass 27 Jun 2016 50,607 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted.

Pass 2 Jul 2015 38,515 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jul 2015 38,515 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FR12 KGZ is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 FR12 KGZ, 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 FR12 KGZ registered?

FR12 KGZ is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is FR12 KGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 KGZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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