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MW12 LFG

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,574 mi
Last recorded81,574 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW12 LFG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 81,574 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 74,342 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 74,342 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 64,934 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped

rear brake discs slightly lipped

Fail 9 Jun 2015 64,932 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front brake discs slightly lipped

rear brake discs slightly lipped

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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MW12 LFG is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MW12 LFG, 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 MW12 LFG registered?

MW12 LFG is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is MW12 LFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW12 LFG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MW12 LFG have outstanding finance?

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