2012 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · YB12 GYT
2012 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 21 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 117,929 miles. MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,929 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial 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.
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YB12 GYT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
- 117,929 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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YB12 GYT 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 3 Series (YB12 GYT) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
YB12 GYT Mileage History
- 28/02/202492,357 mi
- 25/02/2025105,296 mi+12,939 mi
- 25/02/2025105,296 mi
- 25/02/2026117,902 mi+12,606 mi
- 26/02/2026117,929 mi+27 mi
Average of roughly 12,813 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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