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GU12 AFV

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,271 mi
Last recorded113,271 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 AFV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 113,271 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 106,926 miles

both front tyre treads worn to 3mm and inner edges wearing

offside of steering rack slight play at inner joint

offside rear outer brake pad 2/3 worn approx

offside rear suspension coil spring starting to rust

Pass 2 Oct 2023 99,961 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

offside of steering rack slight play at inner joint

offside rear suspension coil spring starting to rust

Pass 20 Sep 2022 93,103 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 82,416 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 76,492 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 67,185 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 56,657 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 46,299 miles

engine cover/under trays

Pass 29 Sep 2016 35,723 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 32,134 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 24,195 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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GU12 AFV is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GU12 AFV, 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 GU12 AFV registered?

GU12 AFV is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is GU12 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 AFV shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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