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FL62 BXZ

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,530 mi
Last recorded74,530 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL62 BXZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 74,530 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 71,835 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 71,835 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 68,303 miles

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 68,303 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 63,885 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Adv both front shock absorbers getting weak......... (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Adv rear inner brake pads getting worn on inner faces.......... (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 56,327 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 46,707 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 40,441 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 33,194 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 23,197 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 21,761 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

both front tyres, inner/outer edges, close to limits.

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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FL62 BXZ is a 2012 BMW 120 in White 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 FL62 BXZ, 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 FL62 BXZ registered?

FL62 BXZ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is FL62 BXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL62 BXZ 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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