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EF61 XVA

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

100,622 mi
Last recorded100,622 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 XVA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 100,622 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 90,415 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on edge

Pass 6 Jun 2023 87,896 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 83,968 miles

Nearside Front brake hose is insecure

Offside Front brake hose is insecure

Pass 1 Apr 2021 78,119 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 31 Mar 2021 78,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge has visible tread in places (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached bolt missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached insecure (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Apr 2020 70,931 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 61,341 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 61,341 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2018 60,724 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 47,711 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 32,180 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 23,895 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 15,891 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 15,490 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 15,490 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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EF61 XVA 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 81.3%.

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 EF61 XVA, 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 EF61 XVA registered?

EF61 XVA is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 7 January 2012.

Is EF61 XVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 XVA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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