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GL12 NDF

2012 BMW X3

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

159,476 mi
Last recorded159,476 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 NDF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 159,476 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 145,042 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 133,457 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 121,205 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rears 3to5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 108,497 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 97,737 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 81,650 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 67,117 miles

Front Brake Discs Lipped

Front Wipers Smeary

Offside Front Headlamp Condensation Inside

Fail 18 Jun 2018 67,117 miles

Front Brake Discs Lipped

Front Wipers Smeary

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp Condensation Inside

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 56,278 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 56,278 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 47,633 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 37,604 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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GL12 NDF is a 2012 BMW X3 in Red 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 GL12 NDF, 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 GL12 NDF registered?

GL12 NDF is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is GL12 NDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 NDF 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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