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LS12 XWV

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,717 mi
Last recorded104,717 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 XWV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 104,717 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 79,696 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 79,696 miles

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 56,343 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 40,814 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 29,648 miles

Offside Front Brake disc heavily corroded and scored

Offside Rear Brake disc heavily corroded and scored

Pass 15 Apr 2015 21,492 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LS12 XWV is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LS12 XWV, 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 LS12 XWV registered?

LS12 XWV is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is LS12 XWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS12 XWV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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