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LN12 LFU

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

155,389 mi
Last recorded155,389 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN12 LFU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2022 155,389 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 130,178 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 122,481 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 114,836 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 90,298 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2017 56,520 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 27,721 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 27,691 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 17,255 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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LN12 LFU is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LN12 LFU, 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 LFU registered?

LN12 LFU is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is LN12 LFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN12 LFU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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