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Overview

How it scored

Section-by-section scores, the key inspection stats and the AI read of the report.

Section scores

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Items needing attention
13
Photos
84
CarInspect rating
HIGH RISK

This car is showing high levels of risk associated with purchasing a used car.

AIWhy this rating?

This 2012 BMW X3 has traveled 187,747 km and received a High Risk (RED) rating with an overall score of 71/100. On a positive note, the background check was verified clear regarding finance, PPSR, stolen, or written-off status.

Mechanically, while engine performance and road test operation were generally good, there are critical concerns. The inspection found poor emissions and exhaust smoke, along with faults detected during the diagnostic scan. You should address these diagnostic faults and emission issues before purchase. Additionally, the engine bay presentation was poor.

Cosmetically, there is evidence of damage to the exterior, a fair underbody, and some poor interior trims. While most cabin functions are in good order, the vehicle is missing its spare tyre, rim, and tool kit. The wheels also show fair condition across several rims and one tyre.

AI-generated from this inspection · may be imprecise

Needs attention

13 flagged items

These are the items the mechanic flagged. Each one is also highlighted in context within the mechanical report below.

13 items from the mechanical report

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  • TrimsInteriorPOOR

    Worn trims including door trims

  • Engine bay presentationEnginePOOR

    Oil leaks evident around rocker cover and underneath vehicle will require attention.

  • ExhaustExteriorPOOR

    Symptoms of exhaust leak Rich fumes And black stain on exhaust

  • Evidence of DamageExteriorYES
  • Faults detected during diagnostic scanEngineYES

    Fault code related to exhaust gas

  • Exhaust smoke / EmissionsRoadTestPOOR

    Rich fumes due to exhaust leak

  • LHF rim conditionWheelsFAIR
  • LHR rim conditionWheelsFAIR
  • RHF tyre conditionWheelsFAIR
  • General condition aside from cleanlinessExteriorFAIR
  • UnderbodyExteriorFAIR
  • All interior lights workingInteriorNO

    Globe not working

  • Spare tyre/rim/tool kitWheelsNO

Full Mechanical report

Detailed inspection

Every inspected item with its condition rating and the mechanic's personal summary notes. Each section header carries its own score. Open a photo to view it in full-size.

Mechanic summary notes:

During inspection found some concerns with vehicle. Found oil leak from rocker cover and underneath vehicle which will require attention urgently, additionally while inspecting the exhaust found that the exhaust has a leak creating high fumes exposer and and error code in the system which will also need attention. Interior is average for its age as some trims are worn. Exterior fair condition with signs of damage on the rear tailgate. While inspecting the service side of the vehicle found that the vehicle is due for a service has it has lapped over the kilometres and time. While road testing the vehicle found the vehicle to be performing well with no abnormal noises/rattles/vibrations. Vehicle performed well and handled well.

Jason G

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Layout
Exhaust AttentionPOOR

Symptoms of exhaust leak Rich fumes And black stain on exhaust

Evidence of Damage AttentionYES
General condition aside from cleanliness AttentionFAIR
Underbody AttentionFAIR
Front SuspensionGOOD
Rear SuspensionGOOD
Build plate fittedGOOD
Compliance/Vin plate fittedGOOD
All exterior lights workingYES
DifferentialGOOD
Drive ShaftsGOOD
Glass/ MirrorsGOOD
RustNO
Steering ComponentsGOOD
Sunroof / Convertible operationGOOD
Visible frames & membersGOOD
WindscreenGOOD
Windscreen Wiper RubbersGOOD
LHF rim condition AttentionFAIR
LHR rim condition AttentionFAIR
RHF tyre condition AttentionFAIR
Spare tyre/rim/tool kit AttentionNO
LHF tyre conditionGOOD
LHR tyre conditionGOOD
RHR rim conditionGOOD
RHR tyre conditionGOOD
RHF rim conditionGOOD
Front brakesGOOD
Rear brakesGOOD
Park brakeGOOD
Brake hoses / callipersGOOD
Trims AttentionPOOR

Worn trims including door trims

All interior lights working AttentionNO

Globe not working

Photos of all stamped service historyYES

Service overdue by time and kilometres

SeatsGOOD
Spare fob/key?YES

One key presented at time of inspection

Boot conditionGOOD
Dashboard conditionGOOD
Air ConditioningGOOD
Doors, locks, & hingesGOOD
Floor mat/carpet conditionGOOD
Gear lever conditionGOOD
Heater demisterGOOD
Horn workingYES
Radio/Touchscreen operationGOOD
Rear window demisterGOOD
Seat beltsGOOD
Speaker operationGOOD
Warning lights on dashNO
Washers & WipersGOOD
Window operationGOOD
Engine bay presentation AttentionPOOR

Oil leaks evident around rocker cover and underneath vehicle will require attention.

Faults detected during diagnostic scan AttentionYES

Fault code related to exhaust gas

Odometre ReadingYES
Oil levelGOOD
Brake BoosterGOOD
Brake fluid levelGOOD
Coolant levelGOOD
Drive belt & pulleysGOOD
Fluid leaksNO
Fuel SystemGOOD
Hoses & PipesGOOD
Ignition System / DistributorGOOD
Master Cylinder / ABSGOOD
MountingsGOOD
Radiator & CapGOOD
Running noiseGOOD
Washer fluid levelGOOD
Water pump / FanGOOD
Battery VoltageN/A

Unable to test battery as battery is under trims requiring to be unscrewed

Battery terminal conditionN/A
Exhaust smoke / Emissions AttentionPOOR

Rich fumes due to exhaust leak

4WD SystemGOOD
Brake operationGOOD
Brake shudderNO
Clutch shudderNO
Cruise ControlGOOD
Differential noiseNO
Ease of startingGOOD
Engine noiseGOOD
Engine operating temperatureGOOD
Engine performanceGOOD
Gearbox operationGOOD
Instrument cluster operationGOOD
Steering / SuspensionGOOD
Wheel bearingsGOOD

Insights report

Vehicle intelligence

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Vehicle registry details

Comprehensive report
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Year
2012
Colour
Brown
Body type
SUV
Vehicle type
CAR / SMALL PASSENGER VEHICLE
Fuel
DIESEL
Power
190 kW
Cylinders
I6
CC rating
2993
Drive
AWD
Doors
4
Engine no.
30128234N57D30A
Compliance
2012-11
Origin
GERMANY
Engine
3.0L DIE N57D30A I6 24v DOHC I/C Turbo CRD {190kW}
No finance owing (PPSR)
No write-off recordedNo written-off or salvage record found
Not recorded as stolenNot on any stolen-vehicle register
Registration currentFPJ87E · NSW · exp 21 Aug 2026

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Reference 67198799 · STANDARD · 187,747 km · Validated 11 Dec 2024, 2:01 am · VIN WBAWY520700B52693

Reference 67198799 · STANDARD · 187,747 km · Validated 11 Dec 2024 at 2:01 am · VIN WBAWY520700B52693

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