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RE12 HWX

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

64,800 mi
Last recorded64,800 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 HWX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 64,800 miles

check all inner brake pads unable to see clear

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

under trays fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2018 64,800 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

under trays fitted

check all inner brake pads unable to see clear

Pass 4 Sep 2017 50,360 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 33,248 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 32,367 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 32,367 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 29,323 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 29,323 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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RE12 HWX is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 RE12 HWX, 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 RE12 HWX registered?

RE12 HWX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is RE12 HWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE12 HWX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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