2012 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · SH12 BUJ
2012 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 20/04/2012. Recorded mileage 37,485 miles. MOT valid until 29/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,485 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 3999cc
SH12 BUJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/11/2025
- 37,485 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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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.
SH12 BUJ Mileage History
- 29/11/202236,063 mi
- 30/11/202236,066 mi+3 mi
- 28/11/202337,037 mi+971 mi
- 12/11/202437,289 mi+252 mi
- 11/11/202537,485 mi+196 mi
Average of roughly 482 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SH12 BUJ 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 (SH12 BUJ) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 November 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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