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LG12 OBT

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,406 mi
Last recorded102,406 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 OBT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 102,406 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear reverse light not working

Fail 13 Feb 2023 102,406 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear reverse light not working

Pass 14 Feb 2022 92,549 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 81,891 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 77,691 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 66,355 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 66,355 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 53,430 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 41,791 miles

DPF movement in flexi pipe but still secure

Pass 20 Feb 2016 27,733 miles

both front tyres slightly scrubbed on outter edge

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2015 16,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2015 16,017 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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LG12 OBT is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LG12 OBT, 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 LG12 OBT registered?

LG12 OBT is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 11 March 2012.

Is LG12 OBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG12 OBT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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