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HF12 LCK

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,624 mi
Last recorded126,624 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF12 LCK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 126,624 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner brake pads worn to the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

brake pedal spongy

Pass 14 Feb 2025 111,007 miles

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 29 Feb 2024 93,234 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 77,217 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 70,686 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 68,550 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 66,921 miles

Engine Oil Low

Pass 8 Mar 2019 64,304 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 56,018 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 48,333 miles

Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Has cut in tread ()

Pass 5 Mar 2016 38,707 miles

all tyres wearing on inner edges

nearside rear tyre has nail in tread

Pass 10 Mar 2015 30,597 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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HF12 LCK is a 2012 BMW 120 in White 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 HF12 LCK, 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 HF12 LCK registered?

HF12 LCK is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is HF12 LCK safe to buy?

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