2012 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · MP52 PER
2012 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 11/05/2012. Recorded mileage 37,361 miles. MOT valid until 06/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,361 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 3999cc
MP52 PER Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2026
- 37,361 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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MP52 PER Mileage History
- 05/04/202332,460 mi
- 28/03/202434,252 mi+1,792 mi
- 07/04/202536,233 mi+1,981 mi
- 07/04/202536,233 mi
- 24/03/202637,361 mi+1,128 mi
Average of roughly 1,651 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MP52 PER 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 (MP52 PER) between April 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 March 2026 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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