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AO12 VMK

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

135,985 mi
Last recorded135,985 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 VMK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 135,985 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 127,894 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 119,976 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 106,540 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 98,620 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 98,620 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 92,115 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 83,847 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 83,847 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2018 83,385 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 80,637 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 77,722 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 68,299 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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AO12 VMK is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 68,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO12 VMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO12 VMK?

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What year was AO12 VMK registered?

AO12 VMK is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is AO12 VMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 VMK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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