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MT12 ABO

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,463 mi
Last recorded97,463 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT12 ABO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 97,463 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 93,101 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 87,974 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 87,974 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 60,643 miles

both nearside tyre sidewalls scrubbed

both offside tyres cracked snd scrubbed

heavy corrosion on front brake disc lips

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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MT12 ABO is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MT12 ABO, 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 MT12 ABO registered?

MT12 ABO is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is MT12 ABO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT12 ABO shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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