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BW12 EJW

2012 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,637 mi
Last recorded89,637 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW12 EJW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2026 89,637 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 82,309 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 74,318 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 66,230 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 57,413 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 49,637 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 47,553 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 40,432 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 34,605 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front tyres wearing on edge

Pass 6 Feb 2017 28,946 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 25,541 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 19 Feb 2015 20,009 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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BW12 EJW is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol 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 BW12 EJW, 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 BW12 EJW registered?

BW12 EJW is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BW12 EJW safe to buy?

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Does BW12 EJW have outstanding finance?

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