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KV12 EMJ

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

63,255 mi
Last recorded63,255 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 EMJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 63,255 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH X2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ALL ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 62,120 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 62,117 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 60,648 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 58,732 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 58,729 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 57,111 miles

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

Offside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured ABS & pad wear sensor wire may foul spring (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 55,874 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 55,282 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 53,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45r1791v (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 50,548 miles

engine and undertray covers fitted obscuring some components

no printout produced due to low emissions

Pass 22 Mar 2018 48,225 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 37,058 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 26,002 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 20,956 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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KV12 EMJ is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KV12 EMJ, 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 KV12 EMJ registered?

KV12 EMJ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is KV12 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 EMJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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