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FG12 CXB

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

79,058 mi
Last recorded79,058 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 CXB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 79,058 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 72,812 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 63,351 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 57,217 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 5 Oct 2021 51,747 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 50,176 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

no emissions recorded

Fail 8 Feb 2021 50,176 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

no emissions recorded

Pass 4 Feb 2020 44,280 miles

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

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2019 39,749 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside & offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 32,175 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 25,567 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 20,275 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 15,850 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 15,850 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front tyre treads cracked

n/s/f tyre worn on inside and out side edges

n/s/r tyre tread worn low

Pass 2 Mar 2015 14,144 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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FG12 CXB is a 2012 BMW 120 in White 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 FG12 CXB, 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 FG12 CXB registered?

FG12 CXB is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is FG12 CXB safe to buy?

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