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GF12 LDE

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,639 mi
Last recorded42,639 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 LDE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 42,639 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 40,135 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 39,734 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 38,015 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 36,665 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 35,364 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 34,258 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 33,214 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 30,360 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 26,596 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 21,243 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 16,672 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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GF12 LDE is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GF12 LDE, 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 GF12 LDE registered?

GF12 LDE is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is GF12 LDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 LDE shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF12 LDE have outstanding finance?

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