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JB58 COZ

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

174,019 mi
Last recorded174,019 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJB58 COZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 174,019 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 161,926 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 155,579 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2022 149,403 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 143,074 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 135,083 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 May 2019 127,823 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 120,865 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 113,825 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 113,733 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

brake pad warning light on

Pass 10 May 2016 107,946 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 98,327 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Heavy wear to both front tyres outer shoulders of tread (worn smooth & through outer casing) ADVISE REPLACE FRONT TYRES BEFORE CORDS SOON EXPOSED

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

TYRE SIZE: 225/45R17W

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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JB58 COZ 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 91.7%.

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 JB58 COZ, 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 JB58 COZ registered?

JB58 COZ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 26 April 2012.

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