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LP61 BWX

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,841 mi
Last recorded111,841 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP61 BWX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2026 111,841 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 105,548 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 99,550 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 95,452 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 91,519 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 88,385 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 86,661 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 84,710 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 82,652 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 80,942 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2016 74,613 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 66,347 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 55,531 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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LP61 BWX is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LP61 BWX, 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

How do I check the history of LP61 BWX?

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What year was LP61 BWX registered?

LP61 BWX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 8 February 2012.

Is LP61 BWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP61 BWX shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LP61 BWX have outstanding finance?

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