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RE62 VOM

2012 Bmw 3 Series · Petrol · 1997cc

Brown Registered in Reading, Reading · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeBmw
Model3 Series
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1997cc
ColourBrown
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 1997cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 138,536 miles on the clock, averaging 8,179 miles per year, around 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 RE62 VOM

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
138,536
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
8,179

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading138,536 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,179
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RE62 VOM 56k76k97k118k139k '15'25'22

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,536 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,536 miles
Since last MOT+6,679 miles
PASS
Mileage131,857 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,857 miles
Since last MOT+8,689 miles
PASS
Mileage123,168 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,167 miles
Since last MOT+7,943 miles
PASS
Mileage115,224 miles
Since last MOT+9,177 miles
PASS
Mileage106,047 miles
Since last MOT+4,465 miles
PASS
Mileage101,582 miles
Since last MOT+7,431 miles
PASS
Mileage94,151 miles
Since last MOT+7,980 miles
PASS
Mileage86,171 miles
Since last MOT+8,298 miles
PASS
Mileage77,873 miles
Since last MOT+12,977 miles
PASS
Mileage64,896 miles
Since last MOT+9,078 miles
PASS
Mileage55,818 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

RegistrationRE62 VOM
MakeBmw
Model3 Series
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1997cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier62 — September 2012 to February 2013

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About RE62 VOM

What car is RE62 VOM?

RE62 VOM is an brown Bmw 3 Series, petrol (1997cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RE62 VOM?

The last recorded mileage for RE62 VOM was 138,536 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE62 VOM passed its MOT?

RE62 VOM has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2025.

Is RE62 VOM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE62 VOM 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 RE62 VOM?

RE62 VOM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.