2012 BMW 3 Series 4.0L Petrol · SH62 VNM

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a consistently stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test conducted on 29 July 2025 at 42,648 miles resulted in zero defects, indicating that the mechanical and structural components met all required safety standards. This follows a period of clean passes, suggesting that the vehicle has avoided major mechanical failures or systemic neglect over the recorded years. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,046 miles per year. There is a notable gap between the November 2017 test at 32,123 miles and the February 2019 test at 42,073 miles, during which the car covered 10,000 miles in sixteen months. While the low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals of potential inactivity can lead to age-related degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and seals, or fluid chemistry changes. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas often affected by low-mileage standing. Although the MOT history shows no structural rust or brake failures, the damaged windscreen noted in June 2023 should be checked for subsequent cracks that may not been addressed. Furthermore, attention should be paid to the tyres for flat spotting or dry rotting and the brake discs for surface corrosion, which are common given the low annual usage. The lack of advisories across the history suggests the vehicle has been well-kept, despite its intermittent use.