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RE12 VNT

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,345 mi
Last recorded99,345 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 VNT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2021 99,345 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 99,311 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear number plates (0.1 (d))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 91,058 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2020 91,058 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 84,151 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 72,515 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 63,417 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 49,819 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 38,726 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 VNT is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VNT, 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 VNT registered?

RE12 VNT is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is RE12 VNT safe to buy?

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