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GV12 JDU

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,309 mi
Last recorded104,309 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 JDU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 104,309 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 98,311 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 92,620 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 89,614 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in thread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 87,871 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2022 87,845 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 79,623 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 72,717 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

no emissions readings too clean

Pass 8 Jun 2018 68,049 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Jun 2017 61,964 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 54,176 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 48,214 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 48,210 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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GV12 JDU is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black 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 GV12 JDU, 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 GV12 JDU registered?

GV12 JDU is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 16 June 2012.

Is GV12 JDU safe to buy?

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