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MM60 LAM

2012 BMW 3 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

202,375 mi
Last recorded202,375 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM60 LAM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2026 202,375 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 30 May 2025 198,318 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 197,235 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 193,646 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 188,313 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front wheel arch covers damaged

Pass 2 Jun 2020 176,910 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under-trays fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2019 167,327 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Sep 2018 143,802 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox sump pan leaking? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 125,820 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine cover, under trays fitted.

Pass 17 Sep 2016 112,882 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 93,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MM60 LAM is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MM60 LAM, 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 MM60 LAM registered?

MM60 LAM is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

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