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PX12 TGJ

2012 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

48,596 mi
Last recorded48,596 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW M342,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX12 TGJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 48,596 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 46,258 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 42,437 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 39,832 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 39,245 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 38,422 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 38,422 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 37,088 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 36,406 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 35,387 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 33,115 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 32,617 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 27,103 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 19,945 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 M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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PX12 TGJ is a 2012 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 42,671 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PX12 TGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this BMW M3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PX12 TGJ registered?

PX12 TGJ is a 2012 BMW M3, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is PX12 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX12 TGJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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