2012 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · YB12 YFF
2012 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 79,997 miles. MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,997 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
YB12 YFF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/11/2025
- 79,997 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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YB12 YFF Mileage History
- 28/07/202269,287 mi
- 07/08/202372,185 mi+2,898 mi
- 22/08/202476,180 mi+3,995 mi
- 14/11/202579,997 mi+3,817 mi
- 14/11/202579,997 mi
Average of roughly 3,247 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YB12 YFF 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 YFF) between July 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
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