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J16 LMX

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

127,035 mi
Last recorded127,035 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 127,035 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 16 May 2025 115,110 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 115,104 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2024 105,309 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 97,696 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 May 2023 97,696 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 May 2022 88,754 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 76,767 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2021 76,767 miles

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak nsf (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 75,286 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 70,960 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 64,033 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 56,305 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 49,566 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2016 39,851 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 39,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40r18 RFT (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 28,894 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 LMX is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 J16 LMX, 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 J16 LMX registered?

J16 LMX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 6 August 2012.

Is J16 LMX safe to buy?

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