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AF62 YDJ

2012 BMW 3 Series

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

138,198 mi
Last recorded138,198 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 YDJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 138,198 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 124,067 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 107,245 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 94,925 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 93,468 miles

Offside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 81,533 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 74,288 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 56,548 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 56,548 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 38,495 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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AF62 YDJ is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF62 YDJ, 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

How do I check the history of AF62 YDJ?

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What year was AF62 YDJ registered?

AF62 YDJ is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is AF62 YDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 YDJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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