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PX62 OTG

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

123,349 mi
Last recorded123,349 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX62 OTG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 123,349 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 123,108 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 115,922 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2023 115,920 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 105,132 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 90,882 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 74,227 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 64,024 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 64,024 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 52,329 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 38,410 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 22,511 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 12,067 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 12,067 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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PX62 OTG is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PX62 OTG, 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 PX62 OTG registered?

PX62 OTG is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is PX62 OTG safe to buy?

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