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GV61 DZB

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

140,682 mi
Last recorded140,682 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 DZB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 140,682 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2024 140,682 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 137,758 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2023 137,758 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 135,491 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 135,491 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 130,833 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 30 Dec 2020 128,158 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 119,530 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2018 109,306 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 102,525 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 96,478 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 91,163 miles

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

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

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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GV61 DZB is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GV61 DZB, 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 GV61 DZB registered?

GV61 DZB is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 16 January 2012.

Is GV61 DZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV61 DZB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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