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BT61 PTX

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,563 mi
Last recorded53,563 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT61 PTX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2025 53,563 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2025 51,927 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2023 50,732 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 48,675 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

slight rattle from front exhaust flexy

Pass 30 Dec 2021 47,070 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 46,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre / tread slightly perished /cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre / tread slightly perished /cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber dust gaiter split

Offside Front shock absorber dust gaiter split

Pass 2 Jan 2020 45,481 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 44,341 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 42,996 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 39,658 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 37,558 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 28,472 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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BT61 PTX is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BT61 PTX, 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 BT61 PTX registered?

BT61 PTX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is BT61 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT61 PTX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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