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M6 VJR

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,893 mi
Last recorded60,893 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM6 VJR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 60,893 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025 59,173 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 57,354 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 55,183 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Jul 2023 55,183 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 52,375 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 49,561 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 47,548 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 44,490 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 40,308 miles

dsm will not register a reading

Pass 14 Jul 2017 35,485 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 30,511 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 23,706 miles

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

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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M6 VJR is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 M6 VJR, 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 M6 VJR registered?

M6 VJR is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is M6 VJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M6 VJR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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