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PH61 NTH

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,627 mi
Last recorded99,627 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPH61 NTH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 99,627 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 95,585 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2023 95,583 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))

Front Headlamp aim too low Both front (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both front and rear (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 87,372 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin & Nearside Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 78,569 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 78,564 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both front and rear (0.1 (d))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 75,141 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 69,627 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both heavily lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 61,620 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 61,564 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2017 42,451 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 28,253 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 14,751 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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PH61 NTH is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 PH61 NTH, 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 PH61 NTH registered?

PH61 NTH is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 25 July 2012.

Is PH61 NTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PH61 NTH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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