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KN12 WMV

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

99,783 mi
Last recorded99,783 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN12 WMV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 99,783 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 97,520 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 94,534 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 90,237 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 85,624 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 85,624 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 79,934 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 75,835 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 67,278 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 58,565 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 47,538 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 38,054 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 28,416 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 24,682 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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KN12 WMV is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KN12 WMV, 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 KN12 WMV registered?

KN12 WMV is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 14 April 2012.

Is KN12 WMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN12 WMV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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