2012 BMW 3 Series 2L Sport 4dr — £6,495 Listing Review

Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 24 April 2026 | 4 Neptune Park, Plymouth
£6,495
79,871 miles | Diesel | Manual | Saloon
Listing Quality
50/100
Average
vs Market Average
-39%
Below Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
50 /100

This 2012 BMW 3 Series 2L Sport 4dr is listed at £6,495 by Cattedown Trade Centre in 4 Neptune Park. It has 79,871 miles on the clock. At 39% below the market average of £10,715, this looks competitively priced based on 34 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £1,620/year in value. The listing quality is average — it could benefit from more photos or detailed specifications.

Year 2012
Make BMW
Model 3 Series
Trim 2L Sport 4dr
Body Style Saloon
Colour Grey
Fuel Type Diesel
Gearbox Manual
Mileage 79,871 miles
Engine 2L
Doors 4
Seats 5
CO2 120 g/km
Euro Status Euro 5
ULEZ Compliant 0
Road Tax £35/yr
Monthly Payment £154.51/mo
All Features & Equipment (125)
12V Power Socket - Centre Console12V Power Socket - Passenger Footwell17in Alloy Wheels - Double Spoke - 39218in Alloy Wheels - Double Spoke - 3976.5in Colour Display ScreenABS - Anti Lock Braking SystemAir Conditioning - Automatic with Two-Zone ControlAir Conditioning and Radio Control Panel with Chrome HighlightAirbags - CurtainAirbags - DriverAirbags - First and Second Seat Row ITS HeadAirbags - Front SideAirbags - PassengerAirbags - Passenger DeactivationAlarm System Thatcham 1 with Remote ControlAmbient Lighting - Switchable BMW Classic Orange - WhiteArmrest - Front and Rear Integrated into Door TrimArmrest - Front with Storage CompartmentArmrest - Rear CentreASC - Automatic Stability ControlAutomatically Dimming Rear View MirrorAuxiliary InputBattery Safety Cut OffBelt Force Limiters - FrontBluetooth Hands Free with USB Audio InterfaceBMW AssistBMW Online servicesBMW Professional Radio - Single CD and MP3BMW TeleServicesBottle Holders - Front Door Storage CompartmentsBrake AssistBrake DryingBrake Pad Wear Indicator - Front and RearBrake Pre-TensioningBumper - Rear with Black High Gloss FinisherBumper System Front and Rear - Replaceable Deformation Elements for Impacts Up to 9mphCBC - Cornering Brake ControlCentral Locking - Doors Boot Fuel Cap via Remote KeyCentral Locking SwitchCheck Control Warning SystemChild Proof Locking System - Rear DoorsChild Seat ISOFIX Attachment - Rear x2Coded Belt Buckles RearCruise Control with Brake FunctionCup Holders - FrontDakota Leather - Black/RedDaytime Running LightsDBC - Dynamic Brake ControlDoor Mirrors - Electrically AdjustableDoor Mirrors - Integrated Indicator Side RepeatersDoor Sill Finishers - Sport DesignationDrive Performance Control - ECO PRO - Comfort - Sport - Sport PlusDSC - Dynamic Stability Control PlusDTC - Dynamic Traction ControlDynamic Brake LightsElectric Windows - Front and Rear with Open-Close Fingertip ControlElectronic Differential LockEngine ImmobiliserExhaust Tailpipe - Single Left with Dark Chrome FinisherExtended LightingExterior B Pillar - High Gloss BlackExterior Parts in Body Colour - Bumpers - Door Handles - Mirror Caps - Roof MouldingsExterior Trim - Matt BlackFirst Aid KitFloor Mats - VelourFollow Me Home Headlight FunctionFront Air Inlet with High-Gloss Black FinisherFront Fog LightsFull Black Panel DisplayGrab Handles - in Roof Lining x4Handbrake Lever - Gear Lever Knob and Gaiters in LeatherHeadlights - Automatic ActivationHeadlights - Beam Throw ControlHeat Protection Glazing with Green TintHeated Windscreen Washer JetsHigh Level Third Brake LightHill Start AssistiDrive Controller with Shortcut ButtonsIncorrect Fuelling Protection SystemInterior LightingInterior Trim - Black High GlossInterior Trim - Black High Gloss with Coral Red FinisherInterior Trim Finisher - Coral RedKidney Grille - Chrome Extra-Wide High-Gloss Black Vertical SlatsLED TailightsLights-On WarningLuggage Compartment - Lashing Eyes x4Luggage Compartment - LightMedia Package - BMW Professional MultimediaMineral GreyMultifunction Controls for Steering WheelNavigation System - BMW Professional MultimediaNon Smokers PackageOBC - On-Board ComputerOil Sensor For Level and Grade - Warning by Check Control SystemPDC - Park Distance Control - Front and RearPDC - Park Distance Control - RearPersonal ProfilePower Steering - ElectricPyrotechnic Belt Tensioners - FrontRain Sensor with Automatic Headlight ActivationRemote Audio ControlsRemote Control Including Integrated Key - 2Run Flat TyresSeat Belt Security Check for DriverSeats - Front - Manual Height AdjustmentSeats - Front HeatedServotronic SteeringSide Air Inlets - Highlighter in Black-AluminiumSide Impact ProtectionSport Instrument ClusterSport Seats - FrontSteering Column with Manual Reach and Rake AdjustmentSteering Wheel - Sport - Leather - Multifunction with Red StitchingStorage Compartment - Rear Centre Console and Front-Rear Door TrimSun Protection GlazingSun Visors with Illuminated Vanity Mirrors and Ticket HolderSuspension - Five-LinkSuspension - Front AluminiumTool Kit Located in Luggage CompartmentTPWS - Tyre Pressure Warning SystemTrim Designation DeletionUSB and 3.5mm Auxiliary Input in Centre Console for Auxiliary Playing DevicesWelcome LightingWindscreen Wipers - Two-Speed with Adjustable Intervals
Below MarketListed at £6,495 vs market average of £10,715 (-39%)
Market Low
£2,900
Market Average
£10,715
Market High
£50,518
Comparables
34 listings

Based on 34 comparable BMW 3 Series listings.

Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£1,147/year
Mileage Impact
Slow Depreciation
£236/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£1,620/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £10,240 (£-3,745)
Mileage-predicted: £15,368 (£-8,873)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,383/yr | 10k mi/yr £-1,620/yr | 15k mi/yr £-1,856/yr

Based on 429 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.

50
Overall Listing Quality
Average — some areas could be improved.
Information & Buyer Appeal
Does this listing give buyers enough information to make a decision?
25/25Good
Photos
66 photos
10/10
Features & key selling points
125 listed
8/8
Technical specifications
9 specs provided
7/7
Competitiveness
How well does this listing compete against similar vehicles for buyer attention?
25/25Good
Clear pricing
£6,495
8/8
Monthly payment shown
£154.51/mo
4/4
Visual presentation
66 photos
5/5
Key selling points
125 features highlighted
4/4
Detailed specifications
9 specs provided
4/4
SEO Quality
Page HTML not captured — scores are estimated
0/25Poor
Page HTML
Not captured — cannot analyze
0/25
AI Discoverability
How findable is this listing by ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and other AI search engines?
0/25Poor
Page HTML
Not captured — cannot analyze
0/25
How our review page compares
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About the Dealer

Cattedown Trade Centre

4 Neptune Park, Plymouth PL4 0SJ