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SM12 MUB

2012 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,568 mi
Last recorded13,568 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 2012 BMW Z38,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 MUB
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 May 2016 13,568 miles

both front tyres cracking

both front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 14 May 2015 9,256 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z3?

Based on 498,063 MOT tests across 26,000 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
2,128
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
26,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,600
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 10,064
position lamp(s) not working 9,305
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 7,992
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SM12 MUB is a 2012 BMW Z3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.7% with a typical mileage of 8,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z3 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 17,103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM12 MUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this BMW Z3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SM12 MUB registered?

SM12 MUB is a 2012 BMW Z3, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is SM12 MUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 MUB shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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