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MFZ 1392

2012 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,631 mi
Last recorded112,631 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFZ 1392
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2025 112,631 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 106,964 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 101,088 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 101,016 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 86,392 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 57,295 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 45,500 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 36,345 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2016 27,094 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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MFZ 1392 is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MFZ 1392, 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

How do I check the history of MFZ 1392?

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What year was MFZ 1392 registered?

MFZ 1392 is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 19 December 2012.

Is MFZ 1392 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFZ 1392 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MFZ 1392 have outstanding finance?

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