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OFZ 8047

2012 BMW 123

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,579 mi
Last recorded75,579 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12365,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFZ 8047
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 75,579 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 70,857 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 66,219 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 66,219 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 61,366 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 58,667 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 56,077 miles
Fail 15 May 2020 56,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fail 15 Apr 2020 56,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2020 56,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Kicks up to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Kicks up to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2019 53,331 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 46,278 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 43,053 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 31,808 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER DISC SURFACE (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Aug 2016 31,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords PERISHED IN TREADS (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords PERISHED IN TREADS (4.1.D.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER DISC SURFACE (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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OFZ 8047 is a 2012 BMW 123 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 65,964 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 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFZ 8047, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 123 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OFZ 8047?

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What year was OFZ 8047 registered?

OFZ 8047 is a 2012 BMW 123, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is OFZ 8047 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFZ 8047 shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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