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AF12 MYO

2012 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,079 mi
Last recorded118,079 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 MYO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 118,079 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 118,053 miles

Front Anti-roll bar likely to become detached o/s n/s (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 115,689 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 113,285 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 108,755 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most suspension arm, mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has a reading of 3mm, tyre showing signs of cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre showing signs of perishing or cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most suspension arm, mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 108,755 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most suspension arm, mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has a reading of 3mm, tyre showing signs of cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre showing signs of perishing or cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjusted time of test (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most suspension arm, mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 103,750 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has a reading of 2mm, 205/60R16 92V RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 97,668 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has a reading of 3mm, Tyre showing signs of cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Mar 2021 97,659 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has a reading of 3mm, Tyre showing signs of cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 93,379 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 86,425 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 80,150 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 73,369 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 64,438 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 48,557 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AF12 MYO is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AF12 MYO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF12 MYO registered?

AF12 MYO is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is AF12 MYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 MYO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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