BMW M32012 · 4.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
BMW M3 (2012, Petrol, 3999cc) — mileage recorded at 50,618. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 3999cc
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Full MOT History
MOT data last updated: 4/15/2026, 4:56:25 PM
Registered in 2012, this BMW M3 with plate AR12 AND has undergone 5 MOT inspections since November 2020.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 100% pass rate, with 5 passes and 0 failures recorded. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.
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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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