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BK12 SKD

2012 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

46,491 mi
Last recorded46,491 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW M342,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 SKD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 46,491 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 46,374 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 42,301 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 34,617 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 3 Oct 2016 34,617 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 27,886 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some under-side components

Fail 22 Oct 2015 27,886 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

under-trays fitted obscuring some under-side components

Fail 22 Oct 2015 27,860 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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BK12 SKD is a 2012 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2012 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 42,671 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 M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK12 SKD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this BMW M3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK12 SKD registered?

BK12 SKD is a 2012 BMW M3, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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The MOT history for BK12 SKD shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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