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X3 OBD

2012 BMW X3

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,254 mi
Last recorded115,254 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX3 OBD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 115,254 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 115,252 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 106,063 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 95,926 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2022 87,319 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 small chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 77,713 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 69,414 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 57,288 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 57,034 miles

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

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

Fail 3 May 2019 57,034 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 52,684 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 47,662 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 39,722 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 30,812 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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X3 OBD is a 2012 BMW X3 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 X3 OBD, 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 X3 OBD?

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What year was X3 OBD registered?

X3 OBD is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is X3 OBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X3 OBD shows 14 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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