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HN12 ZSY

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,264 mi
Last recorded102,264 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN12 ZSY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 102,264 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2024 102,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 86,184 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))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 64,635 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 47,174 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 46,662 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 38,443 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 35,088 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 31,300 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 31,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also wearing on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 24,440 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 15,422 miles

off side front tyre worn on edges

off side rear tyre bald on inner edge

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 ZSY 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 83.3%.

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 HN12 ZSY, 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 ZSY registered?

HN12 ZSY is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 1 August 2012.

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