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GU12 TYP

2012 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

260,420 mi
Last recorded260,420 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 TYP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2020 260,420 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 253,409 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 12 Feb 2018 242,070 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2018 242,070 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 203,766 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 165,478 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 124,638 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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GU12 TYP is a 2012 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TYP, 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

How do I check the history of GU12 TYP?

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What year was GU12 TYP registered?

GU12 TYP is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is GU12 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 TYP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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