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NJ12 MGU

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

178,563 mi
Last recorded178,563 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ12 MGU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 178,563 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 163,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 154,306 miles

Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 134,139 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 116,434 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 116,434 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 100,666 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2018 93,961 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 85,948 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 76,095 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 65,417 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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NJ12 MGU is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NJ12 MGU, 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

How do I check the history of NJ12 MGU?

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What year was NJ12 MGU registered?

NJ12 MGU is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is NJ12 MGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ12 MGU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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