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M999 DHC

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,353 mi
Last recorded56,353 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM999 DHC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 56,353 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 54,893 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 52,878 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 48,282 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 41,381 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 34,796 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 30,334 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 29 Jan 2019 27,009 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Jan 2018 23,912 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 20,561 miles

Offside Rear Tyre is perished and cracked

Fail 7 Feb 2017 20,561 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' Rear view mirror insecure and hanging down. (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall. (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre is perished and cracked

Pass 10 Feb 2016 17,166 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 13,645 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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M999 DHC 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 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 M999 DHC, 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

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What year was M999 DHC registered?

M999 DHC is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 24 March 2012.

Is M999 DHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M999 DHC 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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