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LB12 XLW

2012 BMW 125

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

189,719 mi
Last recorded189,719 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12562,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 XLW
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 189,719 miles

covers fitted underneath

Pass 16 Oct 2024 185,545 miles

covers fitted underneath

Pass 3 Nov 2023 180,107 miles

covers fitted underneath

Pass 9 Nov 2022 174,716 miles

Exhaust flexi worn.

Undertrays fitted, preventing inspection of testable components.

Fail 4 Nov 2022 174,610 miles

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. N/S/R 225/40/18 O/S/R 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust flexi worn.

Nail in tyre Both rear tyres are punctured. ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres are on 2mm, 225/45/18-91Y (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted, preventing inspection of testable components.

Pass 7 Oct 2021 167,022 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 167,022 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 158,909 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 148,252 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2019 148,252 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 132,801 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 124,392 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 110,731 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 91,216 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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LB12 XLW is a 2012 BMW 125 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 62,877 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB12 XLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB12 XLW registered?

LB12 XLW is a 2012 BMW 125, first registered on 30 July 2012.

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