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FE62 USS

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,503 mi
Last recorded89,503 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 USS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 89,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear tyre fitted inside out

Pass 13 Aug 2024 81,435 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking up slightly in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear tyres cracking up slightly in treads

under covers fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2023 78,196 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

rear brake discs slightly lipped and worn

under covers fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2022 74,442 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under covers fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2021 68,475 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

under covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2020 64,070 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 58,300 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2018 50,135 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2017 40,257 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 40,257 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 36,176 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 36,176 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 27,991 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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FE62 USS is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FE62 USS, 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 FE62 USS?

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What year was FE62 USS registered?

FE62 USS is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is FE62 USS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE62 USS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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