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H6 PLP

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,785 mi
Last recorded96,785 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH6 PLP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 96,785 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2026 96,766 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 88,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3 mm and cut nearly to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 80,622 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2 mm on inner tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 72,973 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 64,098 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 56,611 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Feb 2020 53,358 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 46,888 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 42,319 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 35,789 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 24,542 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 17,031 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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H6 PLP 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 92.3%.

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 H6 PLP, 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 H6 PLP registered?

H6 PLP is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is H6 PLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H6 PLP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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