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DU62 BDO

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

88,531 mi
Last recorded88,531 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU62 BDO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2019 88,531 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 88,531 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 66,037 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 66,037 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges devoid (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 46,026 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 39,066 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 32,867 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 32,865 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DU62 BDO is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 DU62 BDO, 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

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What year was DU62 BDO registered?

DU62 BDO is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is DU62 BDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU62 BDO shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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