2012 BMW X3 2.0L Diesel · KFZ 7005
2012 BMW X3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 97,665 miles. MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW X3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,665 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
KFZ 7005 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2026
- 97,665 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for KFZ7005.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for KFZ7005. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
KFZ 7005 Mileage History
- 14/08/202482,014 mi
- 15/08/202482,014 mi
- 11/08/202590,247 mi+8,233 mi
- 12/08/202590,247 mi
- 15/08/202697,665 mi+7,418 mi
Average of roughly 7,822 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KFZ 7005 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW X3 (KFZ 7005) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Steering (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
Vehicle & Plate History
Other vehicles on this plate
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (KFZ7 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as KFZ7005.
VOLKSWAGEN
VOLVO
FH
KIA
CEED 2 ECODYNAMICS CRDI89
MINI
COUNTRYMAN COOPER
RENAULT
TWINGO DYNAMIQUE
RENAULT
CLIO DYNAMIQUE TOMTOM 16V
RENAULT
SCENIC
RENAULT
SCENIC DYNAMIQUE TOMTOM DCI
BMW
F 800 GS
BMW
R 1200 GS TU
BMW
R 1200 GS ADVENTURE TU
VAUXHALL
CORSA LIMITED EDITION
BMW X3 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2012 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.