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GF12 XVU

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,758 mi
Last recorded100,758 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 XVU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 100,758 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 100,757 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2025 91,922 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 83,623 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 82,921 miles

Offside Rear light lens damaged

Pass 10 Mar 2022 78,214 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 73,649 miles

Front both front tyre wearing slightly on edges

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts in tyre slightly wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between treads / slightly wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted underneath vehicle

Pass 19 Feb 2020 71,518 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 68,772 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 64,004 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2018 64,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Dec 2016 51,389 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 40,838 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 36,136 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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GF12 XVU is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GF12 XVU, 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 XVU registered?

GF12 XVU is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is GF12 XVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 XVU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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