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LD12 AWX

2012 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

67,972 mi
Last recorded67,972 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 AWX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 67,972 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2025 67,314 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 63,897 miles

noise on steering req further investigation

Fail 4 Nov 2024 63,890 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2023 60,157 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 60,155 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 57,402 miles

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

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

bonnet catch broken

undertrays fitted

Fail 2 Nov 2022 57,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

bonnet catch broken

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2021 54,392 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 53,158 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 51,140 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 47,225 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 43,591 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 35,932 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 30,133 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Front brake discs are worn and lipped

Front reg plate partially insecure

Offside mirror casing damaged and partially insecure

Offside rear tyre has small cuts in tread

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 21,957 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LD12 AWX is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LD12 AWX, 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 LD12 AWX registered?

LD12 AWX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is LD12 AWX safe to buy?

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