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KS12 HTD

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,275 mi
Last recorded78,275 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 HTD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 78,275 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Light lens damaged

Fail 27 Jan 2026 78,268 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Light lens damaged

Pass 2 Jan 2025 73,824 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 63,042 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 62,887 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front suspension bush worn leaking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 49,358 miles

Offside Front tyre worn unevenly

Fail 1 Dec 2022 49,356 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre worn unevenly

Pass 2 Dec 2021 46,037 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 44,417 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearing wear bar indicators (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 42,821 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 40,402 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 32,844 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2016 26,183 miles

child seat fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2015 18,161 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 10,345 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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KS12 HTD is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KS12 HTD, 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

How do I check the history of KS12 HTD?

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What year was KS12 HTD registered?

KS12 HTD is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is KS12 HTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS12 HTD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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