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JBZ 616

2012 BMW M3

Red Other 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,084 mi
Last recorded82,084 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW M342,671 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBZ 616
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 82,084 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 82,082 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2024 82,079 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2023 81,866 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 80,624 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 78,022 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 78,012 miles

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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JBZ 616 is a 2012 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,999cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 JBZ 616, 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

How do I check the history of JBZ 616?

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What year was JBZ 616 registered?

JBZ 616 is a 2012 BMW M3, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is JBZ 616 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBZ 616 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JBZ 616 have outstanding finance?

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