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LV62 AYF

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,792 mi
Last recorded81,792 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV62 AYF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2023 81,792 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 79,382 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 70,718 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 62,329 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 53,495 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 48,303 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2019 48,300 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding very stiff to turn by hand, possible caliper seized (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 45,573 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre perished

sidewall damage to nearside front tyre

Pass 25 Jan 2017 40,310 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 26,389 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 25,498 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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LV62 AYF is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LV62 AYF, 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 LV62 AYF?

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What year was LV62 AYF registered?

LV62 AYF is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is LV62 AYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV62 AYF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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