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LS62 WPE

2012 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,789 mi
Last recorded99,789 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS62 WPE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 99,789 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Nov 2025 99,789 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Nov 2024 95,722 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 95,722 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 85,795 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 71,898 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 61,155 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 61,130 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 59,712 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 50,058 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Sep 2019 50,058 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 39,309 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 34,691 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 28,443 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 28,443 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 20,376 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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LS62 WPE is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol 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 LS62 WPE, 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 LS62 WPE registered?

LS62 WPE is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is LS62 WPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS62 WPE 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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