2012 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · GY12 MVM
2012 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2012. Recorded mileage 55,868 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,868 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 3999cc
GY12 MVM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/05/2025
- 55,868 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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Known faults for BMW M3
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
GY12 MVM Mileage History
- 08/02/202353,188 mi
- 08/02/202353,188 mi
- 23/01/202454,845 mi+1,657 mi
- 03/02/202454,979 mi+134 mi
- 09/05/202555,868 mi+889 mi
Average of roughly 1,192 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GY12 MVM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW M3 (GY12 MVM) between February 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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