Yes, J40 LRW is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 April 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for J40 LRW?

The MOT for J40 LRW is valid and due for renewal on or before 17 August 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of J40 LRW?

The recorded mileage for J40 LRW is 132,895 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is J40 LRW ULEZ compliant?

No, J40 LRW does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does J40 LRW have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, J40 LRW is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

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2012 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · J40 LRW

J40 LRW

2012 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 25/08/2012. Recorded mileage 132,895 miles. MOT valid until 17/08/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2012
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 17/08/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/04/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 132,895 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Official 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.

MOT Status

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Valid until 17/08/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/04/2027

Mileage: 132,895 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2012
Engine: 1995cc

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J40 LRW Key Findings

15 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 06/08/2026
132,895 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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J40 LRW Mileage History

19/08/201554,155 mi
18/08/201673,540 mi+19,385 mi
18/08/201790,350 mi+16,810 mi
28/09/201894,172 mi+3,822 mi
30/09/201996,612 mi+2,440 mi
30/09/201996,612 mi
09/09/2020100,348 mi+3,736 mi
09/09/2020100,348 mi
30/10/2021103,927 mi+3,579 mi
04/11/2022104,270 mi+343 mi
23/11/2023111,158 mi+6,888 mi
16/08/2024113,101 mi+1,943 mi
13/08/2025120,149 mi+7,048 mi
19/08/2025120,149 mi
06/08/2026132,895 mi+12,746 mi

Average of roughly 7,181 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.

J40 LRW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 12:58

MOT Analysis

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15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW 3 Series (J40 LRW) between August 2015 and August 2026.

The record contains 12 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 06 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (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: “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.

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