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MV61 CFE

2012 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2022
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,572 mi
Last recorded124,572 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV61 CFE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 31 Dec 2021 124,572 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2021 121,466 miles

Front exhaust clamp broken ,exhaust still secure

Front exhaust flexi joint worn

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))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 118,225 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))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 99,306 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 73,745 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 49,192 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 36,842 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 8 Sep 2015 35,322 miles

too clean for emissions test

Pass 20 Feb 2015 35,182 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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MV61 CFE is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 MV61 CFE, 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 MV61 CFE?

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What year was MV61 CFE registered?

MV61 CFE is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 17 February 2012.

Is MV61 CFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV61 CFE shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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