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X3 XJU

2012 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

111,527 mi
Last recorded111,527 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX3 XJU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 111,527 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 107,385 miles

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

Offside Front Inner 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 20 Dec 2022 103,122 miles

Offside Front Inner Slight wear/free play track rod joint/steering rack

Pass 10 Jan 2022 99,005 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 95,360 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 95,360 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 93,244 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 83,817 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))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 71,680 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perished/cracked (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 60,845 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 51,313 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 37,838 miles

n/s/r tyre tread bald on inner edge not considered full depth tread from new

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 XJU is a 2012 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XJU, 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 X3 XJU registered?

X3 XJU is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is X3 XJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X3 XJU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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