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HN12 ZSX

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

117,757 mi
Last recorded117,757 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN12 ZSX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 117,757 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 117,725 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 109,241 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 101,899 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 101,899 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 95,358 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 86,726 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 80,674 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 78,675 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2017 78,675 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 19 May 2016 68,594 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 56,798 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Apr 2015 56,798 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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HN12 ZSX is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HN12 ZSX, 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 HN12 ZSX registered?

HN12 ZSX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is HN12 ZSX safe to buy?

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