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AF12 ZXK

2012 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

122,043 mi
Last recorded122,043 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 ZXK
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 122,043 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads low both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads low both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted to the car .

Pass 5 Feb 2023 119,225 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2023 119,225 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 117,655 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 117,655 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 98,619 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 98,617 miles

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 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2019 86,384 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 81,545 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 73,290 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 64,304 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 51,683 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 38,393 miles

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 ZXK is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZXK, 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 ZXK registered?

AF12 ZXK is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is AF12 ZXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 ZXK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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