The road tax status for VN12 ACU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VN12 ACU?

The MOT for VN12 ACU is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of VN12 ACU?

The recorded mileage for VN12 ACU is 219,080 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VN12 ACU ULEZ compliant?

No, VN12 ACU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does VN12 ACU have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, VN12 ACU is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

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2012 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · VN12 ACU

VN12 ACU

2012 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 May 2012. Recorded mileage 219,080 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2012 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 29 Jul 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 219,080 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Fuel Type

Diesel

Year

2012

Engine

1995cc

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VN12 ACU Key Findings

17 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2026
219,080 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
9 defects noted at the latest MOT

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VN12 ACU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Oct 2026, 07:54

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17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW 3 Series (VN12 ACU) between April 2015 and July 2026.

The record contains 11 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 23 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (19 issues), Tyres (15 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Windscreen (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 41 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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VN12 ACU Mileage History

24/04/201561,678 mi
04/05/201675,206 mi+13,528 mi
22/05/201792,568 mi+17,362 mi
06/06/2018118,835 mi+26,267 mi
06/06/2018118,835 mi
03/06/2019138,648 mi+19,813 mi
09/12/2020165,497 mi+26,849 mi
06/01/2021165,599 mi+102 mi
06/01/2021165,599 mi
05/01/2022177,398 mi+11,799 mi
11/01/2023192,265 mi+14,867 mi
11/01/2023192,265 mi
30/07/2024204,814 mi+12,549 mi
31/07/2024204,817 mi+3 mi
25/07/2025212,550 mi+7,733 mi
23/07/2026219,080 mi+6,530 mi
23/07/2026219,080 mi

Average of roughly 13,994 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.

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May be subject to ULEZ charges

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

2 dangerous defects found recently

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