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BM12 GEM

2015 BMW 120

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

78,181 mi
Last recorded78,181 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM12 GEM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 78,181 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2025 103,867 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 103,840 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2024 70,244 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2024 96,649 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 58,526 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2023 91,613 miles

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

Offside Front 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 24 Aug 2022 48,200 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2022 87,838 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 40,714 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 40,713 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 79,348 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 34,878 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 71,082 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 32,458 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 68,723 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 68,723 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 24,388 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 57,196 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 21,259 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 45,391 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 16,776 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 28,284 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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BM12 GEM is a 2015 BMW 120 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2015 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 56,516 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 BM12 GEM, 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 11 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 BM12 GEM?

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What year was BM12 GEM registered?

BM12 GEM is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 27 May 2015.

Is BM12 GEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM12 GEM shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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