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LP61 CTV

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

134,137 mi
Last recorded134,137 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP61 CTV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 134,137 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 114,356 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 111,228 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Nov 2023 111,228 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 108,563 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 103,777 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 103,777 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Nov 2021 103,777 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 97,889 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 6 Feb 2019 93,310 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 83,120 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 77,808 miles

Front disc worn

Pass 12 Feb 2016 73,487 miles

Front disc slightly worn

Fail 12 Feb 2016 73,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s/r tyres flat (3.7.B.5b)

Front disc slightly worn

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit deep cuts in tyres treads (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 69,542 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 69,542 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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 CTV is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LP61 CTV, 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 LP61 CTV registered?

LP61 CTV is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 10 February 2012.

Is LP61 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP61 CTV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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