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DG62 TNK

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,160 mi
Last recorded99,160 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 TNK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 99,160 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 94,978 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 89,956 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 85,711 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 85,711 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 82,070 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 82,070 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 77,829 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 77,829 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 69,451 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 60,812 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 52,316 miles

no emissions print out no acceleration detected

Pass 27 Jan 2017 48,908 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 48,908 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 33,267 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 27,919 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DG62 TNK 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 75%.

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 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 DG62 TNK, 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 DG62 TNK?

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What year was DG62 TNK registered?

DG62 TNK is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is DG62 TNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG62 TNK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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