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LV12 JKU

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,026 mi
Last recorded95,026 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 JKU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 95,026 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2024 90,953 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 82,277 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 75,565 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 68,658 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 60,665 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 51,894 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 38,715 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 25,427 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 17,849 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 14,415 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 3,609 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 3,142 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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LV12 JKU is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black 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 LV12 JKU, 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 LV12 JKU?

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What year was LV12 JKU registered?

LV12 JKU is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is LV12 JKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV12 JKU 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 LV12 JKU have outstanding finance?

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