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J22 SAL

2012 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,280 mi
Last recorded86,280 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ22 SAL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 86,280 miles

Nearside Front slightly loose/damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 81,714 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 77,860 miles

Lazy Parking brake: OSR. Efficiency met but it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair: Readings: 200L / 120 KgF Eff 21%

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

Pass 3 Sep 2022 73,615 miles

Nearside 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))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 67,325 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 62,725 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 56,228 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 48,275 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 39,378 miles

Nearside Rear Outer brake pad low

Pass 16 Aug 2016 32,101 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 32,100 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 23,027 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 14,999 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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J22 SAL is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J22 SAL, 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 J22 SAL registered?

J22 SAL is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 23 April 2012.

Is J22 SAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J22 SAL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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