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FV12 EAY

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

90,227 mi
Last recorded90,227 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 EAY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 90,227 miles

slight corrosion evident n under body and components

Pass 20 Jun 2025 89,642 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 88,712 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs, inner faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view front screen damaged but ok (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 86,953 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit (1.6mm) and inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit (1.6mm) and inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 82,101 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2x Chips (N/S + Central (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 73,352 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 70,938 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 61,044 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 54,141 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 46,423 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2017 46,422 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 36,723 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 36,703 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 24,579 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 20,462 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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FV12 EAY 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 FV12 EAY, 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 FV12 EAY registered?

FV12 EAY is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 11 April 2012.

Is FV12 EAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 EAY 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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