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MF12 TZW

2012 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

131,720 mi
Last recorded131,720 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 TZW
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 131,720 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 131,720 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 May 2022 119,355 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2022 119,353 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2021 105,924 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 105,924 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 95,152 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 95,150 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 81,978 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Aug 2017 69,835 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Sep 2016 55,427 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Sep 2016 55,425 miles

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 May 2015 41,806 miles

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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MF12 TZW is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MF12 TZW, 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 MF12 TZW registered?

MF12 TZW is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 17 March 2012.

Is MF12 TZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 TZW shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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