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2012 BMW X3 3.0L Diesel · TKZ 511

TKZ 511

2012 BMW X3 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 22/02/2012. Recorded mileage 129,022 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
BMW X3
Year / Origin
2012
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12/09/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
129,022 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 12/09/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
2993cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2012 BMW X3 demonstrates a remarkably clean mechanical history with a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clear pass on September 12, 2025, at 129,022 miles. Each of the three recorded annual tests from August 2023 onward initially registered a failure on the administrative portal before passing a few days later, a pattern that strongly points to minor administrative rectifications, such as retesting after prompt component replacement or paperwork alignment, rather than systemic mechanical neglect. The vehicle has accumulated 129,022 miles over its fourteen-year lifespan, averaging approximately 9,200 miles annually, which aligns precisely with standard UK driving habits. The mileage accumulation progressed steadily from 105,564 miles in August 2023 to 114,534 miles in September 2024, and finally to 129,022 miles by September 2025. This shows a notable increase in annual usage during the final year, where the car covered nearly 14,500 miles, indicating regular long-distance running without extended periods of inactivity. Prospective buyers should note that the MOT data sheets show zero advisory items across all three yearly inspections, meaning traditional warning flags like corroded brake lines, worn suspension bushes, or expiring tyres do not appear on record. A physical inspection should nevertheless focus heavily on the high-stress components typical of a 130,000-mile xDrive BMW, including the transfer case, multi-link suspension joints, and brake disc thickness, to ensure that the mechanical health matches the flawless paperwork.

TKZ 511 Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2025
  • 129,022 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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TKZ 511 Mileage History

  1. 16/08/2023105,564 mi
  2. 03/09/2024114,534 mi+8,970 mi
  3. 04/09/2024114,534 mi
  4. 08/09/2025129,022 mi+14,488 mi
  5. 12/09/2025129,022 mi

Average of roughly 11,303 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

TKZ 511 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW X3 (TKZ 511) between August 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 12 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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