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PO12 XPZ

2012 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

128,037 mi
Last recorded128,037 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO12 XPZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 128,037 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 124,560 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 120,879 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All rear and both front inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, Inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 111,119 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 93,757 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 85,427 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 85,427 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 81,568 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 71,785 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Mar 2018 67,373 miles

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2017 60,942 miles

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

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

SILL COVERS FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 7 Mar 2016 54,374 miles

SILL COVERS & UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 10 Mar 2015 45,558 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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PO12 XPZ is a 2012 BMW 120 in Silver 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 PO12 XPZ, 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 PO12 XPZ registered?

PO12 XPZ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is PO12 XPZ safe to buy?

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