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GD12 LKZ

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

126,602 mi
Last recorded126,602 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD12 LKZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 126,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inside tread no cord visible at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inside tread no cord visible at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2026 126,602 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inside tread no cord visible at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inside tread no cord visible at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2025 117,005 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 111,420 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 103,193 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5-2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 93,401 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 84,501 miles

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

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

Unable to open boot with switch but opens on key

Pass 8 Jul 2020 79,602 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 73,560 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 69,413 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 59,792 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 51,731 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 38,744 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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GD12 LKZ is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GD12 LKZ, 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 GD12 LKZ registered?

GD12 LKZ is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 25 May 2012.

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The MOT history for GD12 LKZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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