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RK12 TDX

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,429 mi
Last recorded108,429 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK12 TDX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 108,429 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread stepped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 108,429 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread stepped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 92,515 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 75,127 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 75,126 miles

Front Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 71,484 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REARS 1.8MM APPROX (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 66,745 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 66,717 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 245-35-18

Pass 30 Sep 2020 60,351 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 46,555 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 46,540 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 39,252 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 29,193 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 22,341 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 16,823 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RK12 TDX is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RK12 TDX, 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

How do I check the history of RK12 TDX?

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What year was RK12 TDX registered?

RK12 TDX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is RK12 TDX safe to buy?

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