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FG12 JZL

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,413 mi
Last recorded97,413 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 JZL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 97,413 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 91,302 miles

Near side front tyre is perished

Rear brake pads are getting low

Suspension bushes and gaiters are worn/perished

Pass 7 Nov 2023 85,195 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 79,699 miles

Front brake discs lipped/uneven wear

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Rack extension (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2022 79,699 miles

Front brake discs lipped/uneven wear

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Rack extension (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 73,531 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 68,524 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 61,456 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 2 Aug 2017 44,359 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 44,359 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 26,842 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 18,131 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 JZL is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG12 JZL, 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 JZL registered?

FG12 JZL is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is FG12 JZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 JZL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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