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D12 NLJ

2016 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,385 mi
Last recorded92,385 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2016 BMW 12051,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD12 NLJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 92,385 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 86,293 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 78,876 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 78,484 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Cut possibly to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 78,484 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Cut possibly to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high Very high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 72,930 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 59,203 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 59,203 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 45,377 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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D12 NLJ is a 2016 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 51,309 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 D12 NLJ, 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 10 years old, this BMW 120 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D12 NLJ registered?

D12 NLJ is a 2016 BMW 120, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is D12 NLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D12 NLJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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