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LL12 SNJ

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,540 mi
Last recorded96,540 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL12 SNJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 96,540 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 91,860 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 83,012 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 77,926 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s inner face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear parking brake just made required efficiencies.

Pass 12 Jan 2022 62,988 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 62,988 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2020 50,604 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 40,544 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 34,517 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 27,030 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 27,030 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 28 May 2016 19,759 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 12,700 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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LL12 SNJ is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LL12 SNJ, 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 LL12 SNJ registered?

LL12 SNJ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 26 May 2012.

Is LL12 SNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL12 SNJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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