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RE12 ZWD

2012 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

109,840 mi
Last recorded109,840 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12365,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 ZWD
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 109,840 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 105,092 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 97,755 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 84,960 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 84,960 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 79,159 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Jul 2021 79,159 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 74,913 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 67,911 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 56,155 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 45,783 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 45,783 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2016 33,829 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 18,453 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 18,453 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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RE12 ZWD is a 2012 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 65,964 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 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE12 ZWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 123 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE12 ZWD registered?

RE12 ZWD is a 2012 BMW 123, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is RE12 ZWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE12 ZWD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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