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LC61 ZTN

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

65,669 mi
Last recorded65,669 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 65,669 miles

Nearside Front Body component slightly loose fog lamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Nov 2023 58,741 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Nov 2022 55,554 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Nov 2021 50,884 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 50,162 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2021 50,155 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 47,660 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 44,847 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre slightly perished. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 40,936 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 36,534 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 32,620 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 28,621 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 27,516 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 ZTN is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ZTN, 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 ZTN registered?

LC61 ZTN is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 3 January 2012.

Is LC61 ZTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC61 ZTN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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