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A7 JSH

2012 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

120,747 mi
Last recorded120,747 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 JSH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 120,747 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Down to 2 mm, tread shoulder worn & slightly out shape (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Down to 2 mm, tread shoulder slightly out shape 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All x3 ()

Pass 11 Oct 2024 112,245 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 102,879 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Oct 2023 102,726 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both jets (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35r19 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 95,342 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides ()

Fail 21 Oct 2022 95,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre worn on both shoulder

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides ()

Pass 18 Oct 2021 93,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/19 Edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Both sides (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 18 Oct 2021 93,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/19 Edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Both sides (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 90,528 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 80,027 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 67,986 miles

Low emitter

Pass 22 Apr 2017 55,715 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 41,367 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 24,153 miles

cut to nearside tyre on cords showing

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A7 JSH is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 77,866 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 JSH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A7 JSH registered?

A7 JSH is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 10 April 2012.

Is A7 JSH safe to buy?

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