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FY12 CUJ

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,930 mi
Last recorded99,930 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 CUJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 99,930 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2025 99,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55R16 91V runflat (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Hub rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning Outer halo not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 90,575 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 82,452 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2022 72,863 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2022 72,863 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 59,094 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 59,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn smooth and tyre damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 45,282 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 39,265 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 31,974 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Jul 2017 25,162 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 20,172 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 15,274 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 15,273 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FY12 CUJ 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 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 FY12 CUJ, 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 FY12 CUJ registered?

FY12 CUJ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is FY12 CUJ safe to buy?

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