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KM61 WRV

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,600 mi
Last recorded79,600 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM61 WRV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 79,600 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2026 79,518 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 73,471 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 70,626 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 67,434 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water ingress on lens (4.1.4 (b))

unable to carry out full underbody inspection due to full lengh belly pan

Pass 8 Mar 2022 65,192 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 62,162 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing upper dust cover (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 May 2019 57,996 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 41,619 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 26,850 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 21,954 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 21,954 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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KM61 WRV 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 83.3%.

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 KM61 WRV, 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 KM61 WRV registered?

KM61 WRV is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is KM61 WRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM61 WRV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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