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YS12 GXE

2012 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,703 mi
Last recorded147,703 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS12 GXE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 147,703 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 131,098 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

bonnet catch requires attention

Pass 13 Dec 2023 119,985 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 104,137 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 98,746 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 93,677 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning one of the two lamps not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside bonnet catch requires attention

Pass 1 Jun 2019 81,534 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 72,186 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 64,209 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' 6mm stone chip (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 53,728 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES are starting to wear on edges slightly

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

NAIL in NSR TYRE

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 May 2015 43,310 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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YS12 GXE is a 2012 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YS12 GXE, 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 YS12 GXE registered?

YS12 GXE is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 16 June 2012.

Is YS12 GXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS12 GXE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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