2012 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · DA12 KVZ
2012 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 28 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 78,092 miles. MOT expired on 15 Aug 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,092 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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DA12 KVZ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2024
- 78,092 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
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DA12 KVZ MOT History
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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW 3 Series (DA12 KVZ) between August 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
DA12 KVZ Mileage History
- 08/08/202261,024 mi
- 11/08/202366,869 mi+5,845 mi
- 14/08/202478,092 mi+11,223 mi
Average of roughly 8,459 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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