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A20 LFM

2012 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

145,701 mi
Last recorded145,701 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 LFM
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 145,701 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 141,733 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 135,455 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 130,675 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 126,658 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 123,018 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 119,945 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 110,848 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 110,842 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 30 Jan 2018 107,615 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 88,501 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 85,587 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 75,299 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted covering floor pan

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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A20 LFM is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 LFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 LFM registered?

A20 LFM is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is A20 LFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 LFM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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