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J16 NTN

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

158,022 mi
Last recorded158,022 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 NTN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 158,022 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 151,497 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 145,517 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener on int mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

engine cover & under covers fitted to vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 Nov 2022 132,680 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 124,348 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 118,764 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 118,764 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 108,912 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 99,156 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 May 2017 81,818 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 69,136 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 16 Feb 2015 55,801 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 55,800 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 NTN 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 84.6%.

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 NTN, 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 NTN registered?

J16 NTN is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is J16 NTN safe to buy?

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