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LP12 NVU

2012 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,330 mi
Last recorded55,330 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW M342,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 NVU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 55,330 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 51,769 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 46,433 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 41,383 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs lipped & lightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Arch lining trim loose

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both disc are lightly scored,lipped & inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad sensor relocated

Fail 6 Feb 2020 41,326 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs lipped & lightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyres wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Arch lining trim loose

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both disc are lightly scored,lipped & inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad sensor relocated

Pass 30 Jan 2019 32,801 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 26,780 miles

engine warning light on

Pass 11 Feb 2017 23,866 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 23,733 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 17,331 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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LP12 NVU is a 2012 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LP12 NVU, 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 LP12 NVU registered?

LP12 NVU is a 2012 BMW M3, first registered on 16 July 2012.

Is LP12 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 NVU 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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