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SJ12 VEX

2012 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

62,180 mi
Last recorded62,180 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW M342,671 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ12 VEX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 62,180 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 58,802 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2025 58,802 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 58,744 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 56,409 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 52,481 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 52,481 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective not opening (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

TPMS warning on

service/inspection warning on

Pass 21 Apr 2021 51,239 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 49,818 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 48,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 41,785 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 36,640 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 27,541 miles

big nail in n/s front tyre

both front tyres cut on outer walls

nail in n/s rear tyre

Pass 4 Sep 2014 15,751 miles

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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SJ12 VEX is a 2012 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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

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 SJ12 VEX, 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 SJ12 VEX registered?

SJ12 VEX is a 2012 BMW M3, first registered on 28 March 2012.

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