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XYJ 212

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,909 mi
Last recorded117,909 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYJ 212
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 117,909 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 113,903 miles

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

UNDERTRAY FITTED

Pass 6 Nov 2023 107,905 miles

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

n/s/f brake disc backing plate loose

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2022 103,010 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 8 Nov 2022 102,982 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 98,296 miles

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

Offside Front 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))

n/s/f disc backing plate insecure

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2020 92,529 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 92,529 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2019 79,994 miles

Nearside Front Inner track rod slight play

Offside Front Inner track rod slight play

Pass 29 Jan 2019 78,071 miles

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

play in steering rack o/s

Pass 10 Feb 2018 73,773 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2017 68,148 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 62,442 miles

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect some items

Pass 29 Apr 2015 43,788 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 43,788 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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XYJ 212 is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XYJ 212, 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 XYJ 212 registered?

XYJ 212 is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is XYJ 212 safe to buy?

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