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MA62 NHU

2012 BMW 3 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,263 mi
Last recorded55,263 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA62 NHU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2022 55,263 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))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 51,155 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 42,128 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both osf and nsf,advise (2.4.G.2)

Front Lower both inner rack ends have slight play,advise

Lower vehicle has under trays obscuring some inspections,advise

Rear both brake discs slightly pitted,advise

Fail 21 Nov 2017 42,127 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both discs (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both tyres (4.1.E.1)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both osf and nsf,advise (2.4.G.2)

Front Lower both inner rack ends have slight play,advise

Lower vehicle has under trays obscuring some inspections,advise

Rear both brake discs slightly pitted,advise

Pass 12 Sep 2016 30,425 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 21,642 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

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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MA62 NHU is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MA62 NHU, 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

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What year was MA62 NHU registered?

MA62 NHU is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is MA62 NHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA62 NHU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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