2012 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · MF62 WKA
2012 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 20 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 131,597 miles. MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,597 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MF62 WKA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/01/2026
- 131,597 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
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MF62 WKA 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 3 Series (MF62 WKA) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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 Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
MF62 WKA Mileage History
- 16/01/2024117,474 mi
- 28/01/2025124,842 mi+7,368 mi
- 28/01/2025124,885 mi+43 mi
- 28/01/2026131,585 mi+6,700 mi
- 30/01/2026131,597 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 6,927 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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