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YH12 DWK

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

131,760 mi
Last recorded131,760 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH12 DWK
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 131,760 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 125,944 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 118,278 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2023 118,278 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 111,039 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 105,277 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 99,174 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 88,832 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Jul 2018 77,176 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 64,575 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jul 2016 52,491 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays and engine trays fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2015 38,263 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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YH12 DWK is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc 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 YH12 DWK, 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 YH12 DWK registered?

YH12 DWK is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 15 March 2012.

Is YH12 DWK safe to buy?

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