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LN12 JWO

2012 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

90,337 mi
Last recorded90,337 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN12 JWO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 90,337 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 86,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2025 86,192 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 75,524 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2024 75,524 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 65,226 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 65,221 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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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LN12 JWO is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 LN12 JWO, 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 LN12 JWO registered?

LN12 JWO is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is LN12 JWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN12 JWO shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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