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LG12 XGM

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,411 mi
Last recorded112,411 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 XGM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 112,411 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 111,380 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 109,360 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 105,175 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 98,241 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 92,014 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 92,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front inner edge

Pass 4 Jan 2020 85,446 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 78,884 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2018 78,884 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2017 70,315 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 43,764 miles

Rear tyres getting low

Pass 24 Nov 2015 21,473 miles

smoke test too clean to read.

Pass 27 Nov 2014 4,764 miles

smoke test too clean to read.

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 XGM is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XGM, 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

How do I check the history of LG12 XGM?

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What year was LG12 XGM registered?

LG12 XGM is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 25 March 2012.

Is LG12 XGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG12 XGM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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