2012 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · 4 XEA
2012 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Nov 2012. Recorded mileage 92,022 miles. MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,022 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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4 XEA Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2026
- 92,022 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
4 XEA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW M3 (4 XEA) between November 2015 and October 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 02 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Windscreen (14 issues), Suspension (14 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 41 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))”.
4 XEA Mileage History
- 18/11/201524,839 mi
- 22/11/201632,265 mi+7,426 mi
- 23/11/201632,266 mi+1 mi
- 30/11/201739,587 mi+7,321 mi
- 07/11/201845,456 mi+5,869 mi
- 14/11/201953,735 mi+8,279 mi
- 14/11/201953,735 mi
- 10/11/202059,573 mi+5,838 mi
- 08/11/202165,877 mi+6,304 mi
- 11/11/202165,877 mi
- 24/10/202273,268 mi+7,391 mi
- 24/10/202379,012 mi+5,744 mi
- 25/10/202379,014 mi+2 mi
- 18/10/202484,737 mi+5,723 mi
- 20/10/202589,895 mi+5,158 mi
- 02/10/202692,022 mi+2,127 mi
Average of roughly 6,180 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Common Problems: BMW M3
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rod Bearing Wear(Serious)
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
- Throttle Actuator Failure(Serious)
The V8 M3 uses electric throttle actuators that fail with age and heat, putting the car into limp mode. Many cars have already had one or both done.
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- Rod Bearing WearSerious
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
- Throttle Actuator FailureSerious
The V8 M3 uses electric throttle actuators that fail with age and heat, putting the car into limp mode. Many cars have already had one or both done.
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