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ML61 ZTV

2012 BMW 3 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

114,641 mi
Last recorded114,641 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML61 ZTV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 114,641 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 28 May 2026 114,641 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted missing retaining clip (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 105,432 miles

General underbody surface corrosion

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 20% remain (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 20% remain (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 97,083 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2024 97,083 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction multiple air fresheners hanging from rear view mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 90,644 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 85,447 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2021 80,144 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 77,107 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 70,389 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 61,101 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 50,884 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 40,921 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 38,003 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 26,888 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jan 2015 26,888 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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ML61 ZTV is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ML61 ZTV, 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.

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What year was ML61 ZTV registered?

ML61 ZTV is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is ML61 ZTV safe to buy?

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