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PX12 VLB

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

92,348 mi
Last recorded92,348 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX12 VLB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022 92,348 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 84,912 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

o/s rear tyre sidewall damage

Fail 24 Nov 2020 84,912 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

o/s rear tyre sidewall damage

Pass 4 Dec 2019 78,457 miles

n/s rear tyre has sidewall damage

o/s front wiper deteriorating

Fail 4 Dec 2019 78,457 miles

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

n/s rear tyre has sidewall damage

o/s front wiper deteriorating

Pass 12 Jan 2019 71,202 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 63,758 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 57,924 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 49,213 miles

engine covers fitted

rear child seat fitted

under body guards fitted

Fail 26 Mar 2016 49,071 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

engine covers fitted

rear child seat fitted

under body guards fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2015 29,175 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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PX12 VLB is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PX12 VLB, 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 PX12 VLB registered?

PX12 VLB is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 4 March 2012.

Is PX12 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX12 VLB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PX12 VLB have outstanding finance?

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