The road tax status for KY12 RCV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for KY12 RCV?

The MOT for KY12 RCV is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 August 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of KY12 RCV?

The recorded mileage for KY12 RCV is 87,551 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is KY12 RCV ULEZ compliant?

No, KY12 RCV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does KY12 RCV have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, KY12 RCV 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 3.0L Diesel · KY12 RCV

KY12 RCV

2012 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, diesel). First registered 12/03/2012. Recorded mileage 87,551 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2012 · Northampton
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 12/08/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 87,551 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 87,551 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2012
Engine: 2993cc

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KY12 RCV Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2024
87,551 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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✗ Outstanding recall notice

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KY12 RCV Mileage History

15/05/202384,895 mi
16/05/202384,895 mi
31/05/202486,983 mi+2,088 mi
10/07/202487,285 mi+302 mi
14/08/202487,551 mi+266 mi

Average of roughly 2,123 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KY12 RCV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Oct 2026, 16:22

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW 3 Series (KY12 RCV) between May 2023 and August 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 14 August 2024 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: Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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 Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted Calliper clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))”.

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