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PF12 JFZ

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

112,791 mi
Last recorded112,791 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF12 JFZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 112,791 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 96,725 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2024 96,724 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 86,347 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 78,483 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2022 78,483 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2022 77,539 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction item hanging from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 73,154 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 73,154 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 71,341 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 65,400 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 56,530 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 49,945 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 39,688 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 26,220 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 26,220 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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PF12 JFZ is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 PF12 JFZ, 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 PF12 JFZ registered?

PF12 JFZ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 18 August 2012.

Is PF12 JFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF12 JFZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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