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LC62 VFF

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,007 mi
Last recorded121,007 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 VFF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2026 121,007 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 117,605 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 114,885 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 111,640 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 106,433 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 99,411 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 95,272 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 90,955 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 83,419 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))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 74,529 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 56,758 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 39,567 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LC62 VFF is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LC62 VFF, 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 LC62 VFF registered?

LC62 VFF is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 20 November 2012.

Is LC62 VFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 VFF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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