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CP12 RZX

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

172,068 mi
Last recorded172,068 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP12 RZX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 172,068 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 160,079 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 151,247 miles

Offside PLAY IN INNER RACK JOINT/STEERING RACK?

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2024 151,247 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside PLAY IN INNER RACK JOINT/STEERING RACK?

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 145,847 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 145,847 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 142,718 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 142,718 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play inner steering joint knocking (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 125,067 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 104,044 miles

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

slight play o/s/f wheel

Pass 8 Mar 2019 79,578 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 70,812 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 70,795 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 62,431 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 52,469 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 27 Mar 2015 42,128 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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CP12 RZX is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CP12 RZX, 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

How do I check the history of CP12 RZX?

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What year was CP12 RZX registered?

CP12 RZX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is CP12 RZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP12 RZX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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