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FX12 ZNA

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

202,085 mi
Last recorded202,085 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX12 ZNA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 202,085 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 187,271 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner lip (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2024 187,271 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner lip (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 171,024 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge, almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 152,843 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Light very dim/restricted (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 139,676 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 139,672 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 129,856 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 114,108 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 98,591 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both front disc wearing thin

Pass 10 Mar 2017 82,340 miles

emissions not tested to low to de- tect

Fail 8 Mar 2017 82,340 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

emissions not tested to low to de- tect

Pass 2 Mar 2016 64,327 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 64,327 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 50,005 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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FX12 ZNA is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FX12 ZNA, 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.

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What year was FX12 ZNA registered?

FX12 ZNA is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 15 March 2012.

Is FX12 ZNA safe to buy?

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