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FH12 MPE

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,473 mi
Last recorded68,473 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 MPE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 68,473 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 68,472 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 66,752 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2024 63,898 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 63,898 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2023 59,901 miles

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

abs light intermittent fault but off at time of test

Pass 8 Mar 2022 52,759 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 45,347 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 45,147 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 41,293 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 37,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit (1.6mm)

Offside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit (1.6mm)

Pass 15 Sep 2017 32,385 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 26,552 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 26,532 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 20,726 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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FH12 MPE is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red 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 FH12 MPE, 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 FH12 MPE registered?

FH12 MPE is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is FH12 MPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH12 MPE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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