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FX62 XLS

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

125,056 mi
Last recorded125,056 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX62 XLS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 125,056 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 23 Dec 2025 125,056 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering arm out of rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to off side rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2025 113,037 miles

Front Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front service brake efficiency only just met minimum requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Dec 2024 113,035 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play nearside front inner steering joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front service brake efficiency only just met minimum requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 100,696 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Dec 2023 100,696 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2022 90,849 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 81,172 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 81,172 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 68,165 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 62,922 miles

Front Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Nearside Front Bumper/fog light slight damage

Pass 28 Aug 2018 49,778 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 33,384 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 21,759 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 19,424 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 19,420 miles

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

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

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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FX62 XLS is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FX62 XLS, 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 FX62 XLS registered?

FX62 XLS is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is FX62 XLS safe to buy?

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