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EO12 SBX

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

137,073 mi
Last recorded137,073 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO12 SBX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 137,073 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 129,931 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 126,140 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 102,436 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 69,760 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 69,760 miles

Front Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 54,770 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 52,164 miles

engine covers , under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2020 47,961 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 42,568 miles

engine covers & under trays & sill covers fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2019 42,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

engine covers & under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2018 36,205 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2017 27,324 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2016 18,597 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2015 10,447 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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EO12 SBX is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EO12 SBX, 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 EO12 SBX registered?

EO12 SBX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 6 March 2012.

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