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2012 BMW X3 3.0L Diesel · OV62 OCA

OV62 OCA

2012 BMW X3 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Oct 2012. Recorded mileage 124,144 miles. MOT expired on 01 Jun 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
BMW X3
Year / Origin
2012 · Oxford
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Expired on 01 Jun 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
124,144 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 01 Jun 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
2993cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 15 May 2025 at 124,144 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This streak indicates a stable maintenance trend where the previous owners have proactively addressed mechanical and safety issues before they could result in failures during the annual testing process. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,867 miles per year. Between July 2021 at 91,601 miles and May 2025 at 124,144 miles, the car covered roughly 33,000 miles at a steady rate of about 8,250 miles annually. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has been driven consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which is beneficial for the preservation of rubber seals and mechanical components. While the digital record shows no recorded faults, a physical inspection should still focus on common wear points for a BMW X3 of this generation. The buyer should examine the front suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of tearing or corrosion, as these often degrade despite clean MOT results. Given the mileage, checking the brake discs for thinning and ensuring calipers are not binding is essential, as the MOT only checks for functional failure rather than general component wear.

OV62 OCA Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2025
  • 124,144 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
  • No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
✓ No outstanding recalls
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OV62 OCA Mileage History

  1. 16/06/2022101,389 mi
  2. 10/07/2023110,276 mi+8,887 mi
  3. 03/06/2024117,161 mi+6,885 mi
  4. 15/05/2025124,144 mi+6,983 mi

Average of roughly 7,809 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

OV62 OCA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Aug 2026, 19:56
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW X3 (OV62 OCA) between June 2022 and May 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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.

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