2012 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · S3 WEY
2012 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 30/03/2012. Recorded mileage 34,574 miles. MOT valid until 22/09/2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/09/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 34,574 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 3246cc
S3 WEY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/08/2026
- 34,574 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
S3 WEY Mileage History
- 09/02/202227,642 mi
- 22/02/202333,677 mi+6,035 mi
- 24/09/202433,977 mi+300 mi
- 27/08/202534,517 mi+540 mi
- 24/08/202634,574 mi+57 mi
Average of roughly 1,528 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S3 WEY 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 (S3 WEY) between February 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues). 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.
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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