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GU12 WLR

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,670 mi
Last recorded111,670 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 WLR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 111,670 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 93,907 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 80,269 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 78,102 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 67,922 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 60,640 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 53,095 miles

engine cover & undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2019 45,052 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2018 35,775 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 28,350 miles

front tyres 3mm and wearing outer edge

Fail 25 Feb 2017 28,218 miles

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

front tyres 3mm and wearing outer edge

Pass 10 Feb 2016 17,782 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 15,760 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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GU12 WLR is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 GU12 WLR, 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 GU12 WLR registered?

GU12 WLR is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 7 March 2012.

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