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DN12 OSW

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,386 mi
Last recorded81,386 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN12 OSW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2026 81,386 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 77,630 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2024 74,154 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 71,664 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 68,577 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 66,075 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 61,353 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 55,570 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 50,790 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 46,089 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 41,554 miles

Engine cover fitted (unable to inspect all components)

Under tray fitted (unable to inspect all components)

Pass 2 May 2015 39,928 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicle smoke emissions too clean to register on smoke meter

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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DN12 OSW is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DN12 OSW, 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 DN12 OSW?

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What year was DN12 OSW registered?

DN12 OSW is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 6 May 2012.

Is DN12 OSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN12 OSW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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