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N4 XJM

2012 BMW 135

White Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,749 mi
Last recorded81,749 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 13554,081 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN4 XJM
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 81,749 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 78,143 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 May 2023 72,731 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2022 64,141 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 54,613 miles

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

thick sun strip fitted to vehicle

Pass 10 Jan 2020 44,748 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Pipes slight swelling (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 38,202 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 34,334 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.70mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.80mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 22,166 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 21,190 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 21,189 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2015 18,357 miles

Engine covers fitted- unable to fully inspect.

Under trays fitted- unable to fully inspect.

Pass 4 Jun 2015 18,103 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 14,540 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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N4 XJM is a 2012 BMW 135 in White with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 54,081 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N4 XJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 135 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N4 XJM registered?

N4 XJM is a 2012 BMW 135, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is N4 XJM safe to buy?

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