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PJ61 MUC

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

158,454 mi
Last recorded158,454 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ61 MUC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 158,454 miles

pad wear sensor damaged

Fail 13 Aug 2025 158,452 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

brake warning symbol on dash

pad wear sensor damaged

Pass 2 Sep 2024 146,700 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 130,890 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 120,563 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing inside and outside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 104,960 miles

reset t p s light

Pass 30 Nov 2020 93,355 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 73,349 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

o/s/f tyre bald on inner and outer edges

Pass 8 May 2018 59,521 miles

wipers clearing but smeary

Pass 16 May 2017 44,099 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 40,538 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 27,399 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 14,638 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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PJ61 MUC 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 92.3%.

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 PJ61 MUC, 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 PJ61 MUC registered?

PJ61 MUC is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 10 January 2012.

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