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MH54 SAN

2012 BMW 3 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,983 mi
Last recorded103,983 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH54 SAN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 103,983 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 93,841 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 84,482 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 77,426 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 71,633 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 63,792 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 57,643 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 51,275 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 46,070 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 46,070 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 39,868 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 30,066 miles

Nail in O.S.F. tyre.

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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MH54 SAN is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MH54 SAN, 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 MH54 SAN?

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What year was MH54 SAN registered?

MH54 SAN is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is MH54 SAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH54 SAN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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