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BV12 KLK

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,712 mi
Last recorded97,712 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 KLK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 97,712 miles

covers fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2021 72,374 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Fail 1 Nov 2021 72,374 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2020 65,270 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 65,270 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust cracked rear

Pass 3 May 2019 55,652 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 55,095 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 45,052 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 30,088 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 18,593 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 17,166 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2015 17,166 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

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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BV12 KLK is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV12 KLK, 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 BV12 KLK registered?

BV12 KLK is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is BV12 KLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 KLK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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