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LO61 WKB

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

87,649 mi
Last recorded87,649 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO61 WKB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 87,649 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 82,417 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 78,222 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 78,220 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 72,741 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 67,250 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 62,122 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 62,122 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2019 58,510 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 50,345 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 50,339 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2017 45,018 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 38,112 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 33,052 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F seat belt twisted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Aug 2015 33,052 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

N/S/F seat belt twisted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2015 30,626 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 30,626 miles

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

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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LO61 WKB is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 LO61 WKB, 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 LO61 WKB registered?

LO61 WKB is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is LO61 WKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO61 WKB shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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