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BK12 NBZ

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,908 mi
Last recorded113,908 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 NBZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 113,908 miles

Front wipers slightly smear screen

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2025 113,908 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working door mirror housing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front wipers slightly smear screen

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre two nails present 245/35/18 ()

Pass 19 Nov 2024 110,693 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cuts in the tread

Pass 22 Nov 2023 108,441 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 104,780 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 98,723 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Nov 2020 93,945 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 88,776 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 83,788 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 83,788 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 77,771 miles

front discs worn

Pass 28 Jun 2016 71,938 miles

all four tyres wearing unevenly

o/s/r tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 19 Jun 2015 62,596 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 62,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 58,018 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on inner and outer edges.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O/S/F tyre worn on inner and outer edges.

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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BK12 NBZ is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BK12 NBZ, 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 BK12 NBZ registered?

BK12 NBZ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 17 April 2012.

Is BK12 NBZ safe to buy?

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