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NA12 TFJ

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,629 mi
Last recorded141,629 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA12 TFJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 141,629 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 132,559 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 125,682 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2024 125,555 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 117,905 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2022 113,095 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 95,822 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 87,025 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 74,724 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 73,756 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 46,676 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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NA12 TFJ is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NA12 TFJ, 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 NA12 TFJ registered?

NA12 TFJ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is NA12 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NA12 TFJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NA12 TFJ have outstanding finance?

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