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J16 JBL

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,491 mi
Last recorded118,491 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 JBL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2026 118,491 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 109,607 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil on limit (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 99,571 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 91,015 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 83,353 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 75,979 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 71,437 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 66,170 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 58,666 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 46,160 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 34,813 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 24,997 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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J16 JBL 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 J16 JBL, 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 J16 JBL registered?

J16 JBL is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 28 April 2012.

Is J16 JBL safe to buy?

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