2012 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · RO55 PAX
2012 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 22/06/2012. Recorded mileage 96,371 miles. MOT valid until 08/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,371 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 3246cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
RO55 PAX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/12/2025
- 96,371 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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RO55 PAX Mileage History
- 08/12/202275,563 mi
- 07/12/202386,974 mi+11,411 mi
- 07/12/202386,974 mi
- 09/12/202491,501 mi+4,527 mi
- 09/12/202596,371 mi+4,870 mi
Average of roughly 6,928 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RO55 PAX 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 (RO55 PAX) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 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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