BMW M32012 · 4.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
BMW M3 (2012, Petrol, 3999cc) — mileage recorded at 102,355. 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
Checking the history for this 2012 BMW M3 (F8 ACO), we found 5 MOT results in the period of October 2020 to April 2025.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 100% pass rate, with 5 passes and 0 failures recorded. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.
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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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