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MH12 BMW

2012 Bmw 3 Series · Petrol · 1995cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeBmw
Model3 Series
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1995cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2012 Bmw 3 Series Petrol 1995cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 64,891 miles on the clock, averaging 5,762 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 320i engine is known for valve cover gasket. Common Bmw 3 Series issues include component: footwell module (frm – footraum modul) and component: steering column lock module.

MOT & Mileage History for MH12 BMW

MOT Status
Due date passed
64,891
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,762

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading64,891 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,799
Average per year5,762
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MH12 BMW 7k21k36k50k65k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage64,891 miles
Since last MOT+10,799 miles
PASS
Mileage54,092 miles
Since last MOT+10,286 miles
PASS
Mileage43,806 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,806 miles
Since last MOT+9,172 miles
PASS
Mileage34,634 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,634 miles
Since last MOT+8,167 miles
PASS
Mileage26,467 miles
Since last MOT+608 miles
PASS
Mileage25,859 miles
Since last MOT+3,264 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+3,502 miles
PASS
Mileage19,093 miles
Since last MOT+3,220 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+2,941 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+3,582 miles
PASS
Mileage9,350 miles
Since last MOT+2,715 miles
PASS
Mileage6,635 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Bmw 3 Series

These are the most commonly reported problems on Bmw 3 Series models (2005–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Component: Footwell Module (FRM – Footraum Modul)

Water ingress corrodes the circuit board, causing electrical failures. · Typical repair: £300-£600 (new/used module + coding at indie BMW specialist).

Component: Steering column lock module

Electronic lock seizes or fails, preventing key turn. · Typical repair: £400-£800 (bypass module or full column replacement).

Component: Manual clutch (affecting manuals only – all engines)

Dual-mass flywheel and clutch plate wear unevenly, causing judder. · Typical repair: £800-£1,200 (full clutch/flywheel kit at indie).

Component: Cabin interior trim and sunroof seals

Plastic clips/cladding loosen; sunroof drains clog, leading to leaks. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (clips/seals cleanout; full headliner £800+ if soaked).

Valve cover gasket

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH12 BMW
MakeBmw
Model3 Series
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1995cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeMH — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About MH12 BMW

What car is MH12 BMW?

MH12 BMW is an blue Bmw 3 Series, petrol (1995cc). First registered in Manchester in 2012.

What is the mileage of MH12 BMW?

The last recorded mileage for MH12 BMW was 64,891 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MH12 BMW passed its MOT?

MH12 BMW has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 7 Apr 2025.

Is MH12 BMW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MH12 BMW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is MH12 BMW?

MH12 BMW is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.