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2012 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · YA12 CZO

YA12 CZO

2012 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 89,317 miles. MOT valid until 06 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2012 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 06 Apr 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Aug 2026)
Recorded Mileage
89,317 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 06 Apr 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Aug 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2012
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds an overall roadworthiness rating of Pass, but this status is contingent upon the maintenance history and the nature of the recurring faults. The most recent test on 2026-04-08 resulted in a Pass at 89,317 miles, indicating that the vehicle has maintained a consistent condition since that date. However, the history reveals a clear pattern of failure and wear, particularly concerning the suspension and braking systems, which suggests that fundamental mechanical integrity may be compromised over time. The mileage accumulation is uneven, with the vehicle showing rapid accumulation of wear between 2025-03-28 and 2024-03-18, where it passed at 78,079 miles and then failed at 73,752 miles. This gap of roughly 4,300 miles between consecutive passes indicates that the vehicle has not been adequately maintained or serviced between these intervals, leading to accelerated degradation of components such as the suspension bushings and coil springs. The specific faults recorded in the 2026-04-07 test, including worn front tyres and failed headlamps, highlight that the vehicle has not undergone routine inspections or replacements for these critical wear points. Given the recurring structural issues and the history of suspension and braking system failure, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to identify any corrosion, rust, or structural integrity problems in the rear and front suspension. The presence of a binding rear brake and the wear on the front tyre suggest that the vehicle may need immediate attention to prevent further damage. A Pass rating alone does not guarantee safety if the vehicle has not been serviced for major mechanical issues, and the history of suspension bushings and brake disc wear points to a significant risk of future failure.

YA12 CZO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2026
  • 89,317 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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YA12 CZO Mileage History

  1. 18/03/202473,752 mi
  2. 18/03/202473,753 mi+1 mi
  3. 28/03/202578,079 mi+4,326 mi
  4. 07/04/202689,232 mi+11,153 mi
  5. 08/04/202689,317 mi+85 mi

Average of roughly 7,570 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YA12 CZO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Jun 2026, 02:19
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW 3 Series (YA12 CZO) between March 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 08 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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: “Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”.

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