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MT62 BDV

2012 BMW 3 Series

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,102 mi
Last recorded96,102 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT62 BDV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2018 96,102 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Nov 2017 83,820 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 83,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam bulb fitted (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 69,147 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 69,147 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 58,250 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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MT62 BDV is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MT62 BDV, 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 MT62 BDV?

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What year was MT62 BDV registered?

MT62 BDV is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 21 November 2012.

Is MT62 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT62 BDV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT62 BDV have outstanding finance?

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