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DS61 HNM

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

137,140 mi
Last recorded137,140 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 HNM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 137,140 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output condensation (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2025 136,359 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp has water ingress

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 116,264 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 97,824 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 97,824 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 96,310 miles

Offside Front condensation in headlamp

Pass 17 Mar 2022 90,996 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 83,914 miles

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 24 Feb 2020 80,138 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 73,436 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 66,663 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 57,670 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 51,557 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 44,171 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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DS61 HNM is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DS61 HNM, 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.

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What year was DS61 HNM registered?

DS61 HNM is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is DS61 HNM safe to buy?

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