2012 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · 13 BU
2012 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2012. Recorded mileage 48,323 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,323 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 3246cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 BU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/07/2025
- 48,323 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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13 BU Mileage History
- 31/08/202138,210 mi
- 11/06/202441,713 mi+3,503 mi
- 11/07/202548,323 mi+6,610 mi
Average of roughly 2,620 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
13 BU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW M3 (13 BU) between August 2021 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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