2012 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · JBZ 616
2012 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2012. Recorded mileage 82,084 miles. MOT valid until 29/12/2026. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/12/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,084 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 3999cc
JBZ 616 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/12/2025
- 82,084 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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.
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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.
JBZ 616 Mileage History
- 19/07/202280,624 mi
- 30/07/202381,866 mi+1,242 mi
- 11/08/202482,079 mi+213 mi
- 27/11/202582,082 mi+3 mi
- 30/12/202582,084 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 423 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
JBZ 616 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 (JBZ 616) between July 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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