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YG62 VVP

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

82,145 mi
Last recorded82,145 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 VVP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 82,145 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked. (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyres worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp washer damaged.

Nearside Rear Additional position lamp,not working.

Various lamps have condensation.

Pass 29 Jan 2025 70,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp washer damaged.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin CLOSE TO LIMIT NOW. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jan 2025 70,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp washer damaged.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin CLOSE TO LIMIT NOW. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 61,288 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2024 61,288 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 57,708 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 54,252 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 50,820 miles

Both front tyre wearing thin also few cuts

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords x2 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 48,518 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Outer light unit intermittent fault with position lamps. (LED Strips) (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 46,022 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of fuel lines, brake pipes and engine bay under car

Pass 14 Nov 2017 44,304 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 39,964 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 35,426 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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YG62 VVP is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YG62 VVP, 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 YG62 VVP registered?

YG62 VVP is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is YG62 VVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG62 VVP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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