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BN12 HFM

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,537 mi
Last recorded95,537 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 HFM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 95,537 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 78,424 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 61,908 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 56,252 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2023 56,252 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 51,297 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 51,297 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2021 48,204 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 47,374 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both offside and nearside also worn on the outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both offside and nearside has uneven wear across the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

covers fitted restricting view of some components underneath the vehicle and in the engine bay

emission are too clean to test

Pass 28 Mar 2019 45,816 miles

both front tyres uneven wear / light cracking in tread

Pass 17 Mar 2018 43,854 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 41,992 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 38,007 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 22,946 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 22,893 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 19,732 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BN12 HFM is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BN12 HFM, 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 BN12 HFM registered?

BN12 HFM is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is BN12 HFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 HFM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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