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FG12 LXV

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

77,456 mi
Last recorded77,456 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 LXV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 77,456 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2026 77,456 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 27 May 2025 63,182 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 63,182 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 51,449 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 51,401 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jun 2023 43,663 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 42,468 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 39,521 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 92y 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 92y 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2020 37,129 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 33,871 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2019 33,861 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/40/18 rft (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 30,961 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Apr 2018 30,948 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 28,395 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 25,232 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2015 21,761 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 LXV is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LXV, 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 LXV registered?

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

Is FG12 LXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 LXV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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