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LG62 DXB

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

96,192 mi
Last recorded96,192 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 DXB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 96,192 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 92,938 miles

Central Rear requires wiper blade

Nearside Rear tyre running slightly out of shape

coolant level low

front pads low

Nearside Front tyre worn to wear bands and void of tread on outer edge

Fail 1 Feb 2023 92,932 miles

Offside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction crack in centre of screen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Central Rear requires wiper blade

Nearside Rear tyre running slightly out of shape

coolant level low

front pads low

Nearside Front tyre worn to wear bands and void of tread on outer edge

Pass 28 Jan 2022 87,119 miles

damage to front and rear bumpers

damage to trims under vehicle

Fail 28 Jan 2022 87,119 miles

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

damage to front and rear bumpers

damage to trims under vehicle

Pass 29 Jan 2021 77,424 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 63,601 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 58,738 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 47,089 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 36,585 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2016 36,582 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear (3.5.1i)

offside front tyre wearing out of shape outer edge

Pass 25 Jun 2015 25,709 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Jun 2015 25,709 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 DXB is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LG62 DXB, 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 DXB registered?

LG62 DXB is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is LG62 DXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG62 DXB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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