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MT12 UZS

2012 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,273 mi
Last recorded91,273 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT12 UZS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2022 91,273 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 78,230 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 64,138 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 61,005 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 54,790 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 50,454 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit void of tread on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Jan 2017 50,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed void of tread on inner edge and cut to construction (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed void of tread on inner edge and cut to construction (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed void of tread on inner edge and cut to construction (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit void of tread on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 42,990 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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MT12 UZS is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 MT12 UZS, 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 MT12 UZS registered?

MT12 UZS is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 20 June 2012.

Is MT12 UZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT12 UZS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT12 UZS have outstanding finance?

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