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GU12 DDZ

2012 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,656 mi
Last recorded102,656 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 DDZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 102,656 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 92,927 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2024 92,927 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 84,305 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2023 84,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 76,149 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 76,149 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 68,709 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 64,508 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 64,508 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2019 57,628 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))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 49,423 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 41,956 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jun 2016 34,526 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 33,770 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 26,539 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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 DDZ is a 2012 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU12 DDZ, 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 DDZ registered?

GU12 DDZ is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is GU12 DDZ safe to buy?

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