BMW 3 SERIES

BLACK · DIESEL · 2012 · 1,995cc

🇬🇧UK
FR62XJD
infoGeneral Information
MakeBMW
Model3 SERIES
ColourBLACK
Year of manufacture2012
Fuel typeDIESEL
Wheelplan2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration01 Dec 2012
Vehicle age14 years
Type approvalM1
Date of last V5C issued06 May 2025
Marked for exportNo
Ownership stabilityRecent acquisition
Estimated current ownership1.3 years
local_gas_stationEngine & Fuel Consumption
Engine capacity1,995 cc
Fuel typeDIESEL
COâ‚‚ emissions (official)120 g/km
Fuel efficiency (est.)~57 MPG
Environmental rating7/10
ULEZ & Environmental ComplianceLikely Non-Compliant
Est. annual fuel cost~£2,155
0 – 100 A 101 – 120 BC ◀ This vehicle (120g/km) 121 – 140 DE 141 – 165 FG 166 – 185 HI 186 – 225 JK 225+ L
assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT
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✓ Taxed Tax due: 01 Jun 2027
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✓ MOT Valid Expires: 17 Sep 2026
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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown
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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: FR62XJD
40
days (17 Sep 2026)
297
days (01 Jun 2027)
RegistrationFR62XJD
MOT status✓ Valid
MOT expiry date17 Sep 2026
MOT days remaining40 days
Tax statusTaxed
Tax due date01 Jun 2027
Tax days remaining297 days
V5C last issued06 May 2025
Marked for exportNo
ULEZ complianceLikely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcomeLikely to Require Attention
Service reminder4145 miles in ~3 months
psychologyAI & Advanced Insights
AI Buyer Risk IndicatorwarningMedium Risk — Check History Carefully
Smart Buyer RecommendationPoor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.
Vehicle Condition RatingPoor
Vehicle Reliability Rating4.6 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction95% (High Risk)
Estimated Next MOT OutcomeLikely to Require Attention
Pass / Fail TrendStable
vs. Class Average (72% pass rate)Above class average
MOT History Score80/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score49/100 — Medium Risk
Data Confidence Score95%
Vehicle Transparency Score100/100
Vehicle Usage PatternHeavy / Long-Distance Use
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost~£3,055 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost~£2,155
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost~£900
Future Repair & Defect PredictionTyres, Suspension & Steering, Oil / Fluid Leaks, Lighting / Electrical
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner IndicatorNot indicated
Est. Remaining Lifetime~0 years (at current mileage rate)
summarizeAI Vehicle Summary
AI-Generated Summary BMW 3 SERIES (2012), BLACK, DIESEL, 1,995cc. Has completed 13 MOT tests, with a 85% pass rate (11 passed, 2 failed). Recorded 168,494 miles, averaging 16,579 miles/yr. 1 dangerous defect recorded across all tests. 16 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 46/100 (Poor). Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.
historyMOT History Summary
MOT expiry date2026-09-17
MOT pass rate
85%
Tests passed11
Tests failed2
Dangerous defects (total)1
Major defects (total)1
Minor defects (total)0
Advisory items (total)16
Pass / Fail trendStable
vs. UK class averageAbove class average
fact_checkFull MOT History (13 Tests)
MOT #13 2025-09-18 13:32
Test number: 765248628187
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 17 Sep 2026
Odometer: 168,494 MI
Items: 8
  • Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Back arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • Advisory Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £670 – £2,220
MOT #12 2024-09-18 16:10
Test number: 449380479585
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 17 Sep 2025
Odometer: 152,803 MI
Items: 2
  • Advisory Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £180 – £800
MOT #11 2024-09-18 08:32
Test number: 317902719739
Result: ✗ Failed
Odometer: 152,803 MI
Items: 3
  • Advisory Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • Major Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £260 – £1,000
MOT #10 2023-09-14 15:47
Test number: 424077233543
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 13 Sep 2024
Odometer: 137,107 MI
Items: 3
  • Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • Advisory Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • Advisory Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £260 – £1,000
MOT #9 2022-09-02 16:28
Test number: 425883343578
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 01 Sep 2023
Odometer: 123,382 MI
Items: 1
  • Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £80 – £400
MOT #8 2021-08-20 16:34
Test number: 851083349186
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 24 Aug 2022
Odometer: 112,060 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #7 2020-08-25 11:03
Test number: 614959529084
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 24 Aug 2021
Odometer: 88,218 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #6 2020-05-28 14:36
Test number: 481554018099
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 08 Jun 2021
Odometer: 86,541 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #5 2019-06-01 09:03
Test number: 352740168019
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 08 Jun 2020
Odometer: 73,347 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #4 2018-06-09 14:45
Test number: 920986685298
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 08 Jun 2019
Odometer: 64,922 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #3 2018-06-08 18:06
Test number: 445938795220
Result: ✗ Failed
Odometer: 64,922 MI
Items: 1
  • Dangerous Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £115 – £270
MOT #2 2016-10-26 16:51
Test number: 878977977182
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 25 Oct 2017
Odometer: 48,577 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #1 2015-07-21 13:48
Test number: 758372505271
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 20 Jul 2016
Odometer: 29,791 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
speedMileage Check
Odometer unitmiles
Mileage registrations13
First registration2015-07-21
Last registration2025-09-18
Latest reading168,494 miles
Annual avg (est.)16,579 mi/yr
vs UK averageAbove average
% of UK avg234%
Mileage growth trendIncreasing use
Wear level95% — Very High Wear
Odometer consistency✓ Consistent
mileage ↑ vehicle age →
Registration #12015-07-2129,791 miles
Registration #22016-10-2648,577 miles
Registration #32018-06-0864,922 miles
Registration #42018-06-0964,922 miles
Registration #52019-06-0173,347 miles
Registration #62020-05-2886,541 miles
Registration #72020-08-2588,218 miles
Registration #82021-08-20112,060 miles
Registration #92022-09-02123,382 miles
Registration #102023-09-14137,107 miles
Registration #112024-09-18152,803 miles
Registration #122024-09-18152,803 miles
Registration #132025-09-18168,494 miles
infoMileage shows a consistent upward trend — no anomalies suggesting odometer tampering.
list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories
âš  Top Defects (Failures)
Ball Joint×1
Brake Pads×1
ℹ Top Advisories
Oil Leak Repair×5
Tyres×4
Steering System×4
Shock Absorber×1
Suspension×1
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checklistMOT Preparation Advice
build_circleEstimated Repair Costs by Defect Severity
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Dangerous Defects
£115 – £270
1 defect found
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Major Defects
£80 – £200
1 defect found
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Advisory Items
£1,370 – £5,220
16 items noted
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All-Time Total Est.
£1,565 – £5,690
Across all MOT tests
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Latest MOT Est.
£670 – £2,220
Most recent test
info Cost estimates are indicative based on UK average repair prices for each defect type. Actual costs may vary by region, vehicle age, and garage. Always obtain multiple quotes.
trending_downEstimated Market Value & Depreciation
Est. Market Value
£2,500
Based on age, mileage & condition
Annual Depreciation
£338
~14% per year
Running Cost / yr
£3,055
Fuel + maintenance est.
Vehicle Age
14
years old
info Disclaimer: This valuation is an algorithmic estimate based on public DVLA/DVSA data (age, mileage, and MOT history). It does not account for specific trim levels, optional extras, physical condition, or service history. Always conduct your own market research before buying or selling a vehicle.