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DC61 ATF

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,532 mi
Last recorded51,532 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC61 ATF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2025 51,532 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Oct 2024 47,571 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 42,770 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Oct 2022 38,416 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 32,973 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 27,840 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 22,236 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 15,968 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 8,911 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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DC61 ATF is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DC61 ATF, 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 DC61 ATF?

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What year was DC61 ATF registered?

DC61 ATF is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is DC61 ATF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC61 ATF shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DC61 ATF have outstanding finance?

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