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AO61 XRF

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

195,456 mi
Last recorded195,456 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO61 XRF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2022 195,456 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Nov 2022 195,449 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both white. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 180,517 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 157,835 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 132,563 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 109,358 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 109,358 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 108,551 miles

engine cover/under tray fitted obscuring some component check

Fail 10 Aug 2017 108,551 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (4.1.E.1)

engine cover/under tray fitted obscuring some component check

Pass 1 Aug 2016 93,574 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also has crack around rear pipe (7.1.2)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing nearside and offside lower (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 2 Jul 2015 78,312 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 67,806 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AO61 XRF is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO61 XRF, 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

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What year was AO61 XRF registered?

AO61 XRF is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is AO61 XRF safe to buy?

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