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LV12 LWU

2012 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,106 mi
Last recorded28,106 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 LWU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 28,106 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 26,071 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 23,465 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 18,835 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 14,733 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 14,420 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 13,691 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 13,099 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 12,242 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 10,950 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 9,617 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 7,847 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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LV12 LWU is a 2012 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LWU, 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 LWU?

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What year was LV12 LWU registered?

LV12 LWU is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is LV12 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV12 LWU shows 12 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 LWU have outstanding finance?

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