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BG12 FHW

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,443 mi
Last recorded85,443 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 FHW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 85,443 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 79,859 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 70,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 62,494 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 51,208 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 40,664 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Undertray's fitted

Fail 10 Mar 2020 40,664 miles

Rear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement gearbox mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Undertray's fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2019 30,242 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 30,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2018 26,812 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 17,984 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 12,400 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 12,400 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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BG12 FHW is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BG12 FHW, 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 BG12 FHW registered?

BG12 FHW is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 2 June 2012.

Is BG12 FHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 FHW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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