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M55 HKW

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,363 mi
Last recorded136,363 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 HKW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2021 136,363 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 117,679 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 105,859 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2019 105,857 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 84,485 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 63,065 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 39,913 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 27,595 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 27,593 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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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M55 HKW is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M55 HKW, 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.

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What year was M55 HKW registered?

M55 HKW is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 18 April 2012.

Is M55 HKW safe to buy?

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