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CX12 VNR

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

109,587 mi
Last recorded109,587 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX12 VNR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 109,587 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 93,302 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play O/S & N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 71,122 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 56,731 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 52,436 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 48,148 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2020 45,134 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 30 Apr 2020 45,134 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2019 37,515 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 33,135 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 27,330 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 21,689 miles

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

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

n/s/f o/s/f and n/s/r tyres splitting between the treads

Pass 16 Feb 2015 17,082 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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CX12 VNR is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CX12 VNR, 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 CX12 VNR registered?

CX12 VNR is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is CX12 VNR safe to buy?

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