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GJ12 XOA

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

121,019 mi
Last recorded121,019 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 XOA
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 121,019 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 111,269 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 99,588 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Jul 2023 88,118 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Jul 2022 76,201 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 76,201 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 74,989 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 64,734 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 59,416 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 53,747 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 May 2018 49,766 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 46,373 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine cover & undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2016 41,924 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 44,883 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 34,456 miles

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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GJ12 XOA is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GJ12 XOA, 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 GJ12 XOA registered?

GJ12 XOA is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 14 April 2012.

Is GJ12 XOA safe to buy?

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