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LG62 DRZ

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,453 mi
Last recorded153,453 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 DRZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 153,453 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 145,115 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 134,059 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2023 126,010 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 118,866 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Under tray fitted

Fail 3 Jun 2022 118,297 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Under tray fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2021 109,247 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 98,104 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 98,104 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 81,623 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2018 70,052 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 59,126 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 59,126 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 48,362 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2015 41,027 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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LG62 DRZ is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LG62 DRZ, 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 LG62 DRZ registered?

LG62 DRZ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 15 September 2012.

Is LG62 DRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG62 DRZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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