2012 BMW M34.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
This 2012 BMW M3 is a Petrol vehicle with a 3999cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 81,115.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 3999cc
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2012 BMW M3 (SHZ 1000), we found 5 MOT results in the period of October 2022 to June 2025.
Across its entire MOT history, this BMW has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 fails). 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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