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M33 RUP

2012 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,028 mi
Last recorded27,028 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW M342,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM33 RUP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 27,028 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 25,781 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 24,419 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing

Pass 22 May 2020 23,943 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 22,915 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 21,570 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 19,159 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 15,951 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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M33 RUP is a 2012 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M33 RUP, 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 M33 RUP registered?

M33 RUP is a 2012 BMW M3, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is M33 RUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M33 RUP shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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