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AF62 ZNM

2012 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,832 mi
Last recorded103,832 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 ZNM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2021 103,832 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2021 103,833 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 100,071 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Oct 2019 96,629 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 90,857 miles

Under tray fitted, could not view some components

Pass 7 Oct 2017 84,783 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 77,774 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 65,456 miles

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

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 ZNM is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ZNM, 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 ZNM?

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What year was AF62 ZNM registered?

AF62 ZNM is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is AF62 ZNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 ZNM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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