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BM12 JAK

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

131,490 mi
Last recorded131,490 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM12 JAK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 131,490 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2025 129,589 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2024 127,864 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2023 126,005 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 124,339 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 117,028 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 109,894 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2020 109,894 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2019 96,982 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 84,513 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 84,513 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Aug 2017 76,722 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 57,874 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 32,534 miles

nearside rear tyre just on limit and smooth on inner edge

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 JAK is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BM12 JAK, 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 BM12 JAK registered?

BM12 JAK is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 3 August 2012.

Is BM12 JAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM12 JAK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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