2012 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · BV12 GYN
2012 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 08 Apr 2012. Recorded mileage 128,359 miles. MOT valid until 03 Aug 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,359 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
BV12 GYN Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2026
- 128,359 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BV12 GYN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW 3 Series (BV12 GYN) between July 2015 and August 2026.
The record contains 11 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated both sides (1.1.13 (b))”.
BV12 GYN Mileage History
- 03/07/201536,782 mi
- 09/07/201646,716 mi+9,934 mi
- 13/01/201860,049 mi+13,333 mi
- 17/06/201976,090 mi+16,041 mi
- 13/07/202085,696 mi+9,606 mi
- 15/06/202194,337 mi+8,641 mi
- 07/07/202299,364 mi+5,027 mi
- 07/07/202299,364 mi
- 02/08/2023101,960 mi+2,596 mi
- 26/07/2024110,628 mi+8,668 mi
- 01/08/2025112,182 mi+1,554 mi
- 31/07/2026128,355 mi+16,173 mi
- 05/08/2026128,359 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 8,258 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for BMW 3 Series (E90/E91/E92/E93)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for BV12GYN.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for BV12GYN. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (BV12 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as BV12GYN.
VAUXHALL
CORSA
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
VAUXHALL
CORSA
VAUXHALL
CORSA
VAUXHALL
VAUXHALL
CORSA
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
VAUXHALL
CORSA
VAUXHALL
MOVANO
VAUXHALL
CORSA
VAUXHALL
CORSA
BMW 3 SERIES Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2012 model year cars.
- Electric Water Pump FailureSerious
Petrol six-cylinders use an electric water pump that can fail with little warning, pushing the car into limp mode or overheating within minutes.
- FRM (Footwell Module) FailureModerate
Low voltage, jump starts, and age can corrupt the footwell module, leaving the car with lighting and window faults that can cause an MOT failure.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.