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LD12 ZZF

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

114,559 mi
Last recorded114,559 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 ZZF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 114,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 107,777 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2024 107,777 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 100,432 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 94,358 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 94,358 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Oct 2021 89,395 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 89,395 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 79,262 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Oct 2020 79,262 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jun 2019 65,392 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged very slight bulge in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 53,773 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 53,773 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 40,667 miles

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 13 Jun 2016 28,027 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2015 19,778 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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LD12 ZZF is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZZF, 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 ZZF registered?

LD12 ZZF is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 9 June 2012.

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The MOT history for LD12 ZZF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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