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MU02 YEM

2012 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,020 mi
Last recorded131,020 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU02 YEM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 131,020 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 124,787 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 120,232 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 115,536 miles

undertrays fitted

Offside Rear tyre worn on edge

both front tyres worn on edge

engine cover fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2022 104,918 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2021 94,278 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 83,042 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test several objects mounted in swept area ()

Fail 7 Mar 2020 82,845 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test several objects mounted in swept area ()

Pass 6 Mar 2019 68,154 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 68,154 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 60,038 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 60,038 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 46,236 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 46,236 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 37,514 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 37,513 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 32,805 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 32,804 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front 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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MU02 YEM is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 MU02 YEM, 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 MU02 YEM registered?

MU02 YEM is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 February 2012.

Is MU02 YEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU02 YEM shows 18 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.

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