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BG12 FSP

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

77,657 mi
Last recorded77,657 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 FSP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 77,657 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 77,644 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

tpms light on

Pass 17 Jul 2024 77,281 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber corroded

Offside Front tyre wear on edge

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

Fail 12 Jul 2024 77,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber corroded

Offside Front tyre wear on edge

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 71,969 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 65,329 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 65,327 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 63,213 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 61,816 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 59,688 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 58,018 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 52,704 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all 4 tyres dot code 10 + winter tyres

engine covers + undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2017 45,261 miles

engine covers + undertrays fitted

slight lip on both front discs

Pass 3 Feb 2016 36,554 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 36,554 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 36,520 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 35,516 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nail/object in osr tyre

both rear tyres wearing smooth inner edges

nail in nsf tyre

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 FSP is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 FSP, 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 FSP registered?

BG12 FSP is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is BG12 FSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 FSP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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