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YR62 XKU

2012 BMW X3

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,259 mi
Last recorded104,259 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR62 XKU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 104,259 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2025 104,259 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc back plate insecure

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 96,609 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 88,352 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has slight sidewall damage

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

Fail 1 Sep 2023 88,352 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has slight sidewall damage

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 80,233 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 80,233 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 74,627 miles

Play in steering rack

Fail 15 Sep 2021 74,627 miles

Play in steering rack

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 69,392 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing inside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 62,923 miles

Offside Front Inner rack arm has slight play

Fail 20 Nov 2018 62,923 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner rack arm has slight play

Pass 7 Oct 2017 54,304 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 43,984 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Sep 2015 32,340 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YR62 XKU is a 2012 BMW X3 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YR62 XKU, 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 YR62 XKU registered?

YR62 XKU is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is YR62 XKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR62 XKU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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