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LC61 ZFY

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,544 mi
Last recorded131,544 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 ZFY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 131,544 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 125,784 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Front TPMS ON DISPLAY

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 125,674 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Front TPMS ON DISPLAY

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 118,191 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 118,184 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 101,680 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 92,443 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 85,111 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 77,729 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 68,834 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 56,278 miles

front brake disc taken wear and under tray fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2017 39,433 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 31,658 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 31,643 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

All tyres worn on the edges due to under inflation

Pass 28 Nov 2014 22,297 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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LC61 ZFY is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey 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 LC61 ZFY, 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.

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What year was LC61 ZFY registered?

LC61 ZFY is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is LC61 ZFY safe to buy?

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