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S16 TGW

2012 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,479 mi
Last recorded67,479 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS16 TGW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 67,479 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 63,939 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 63,939 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2021 59,724 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 56,676 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 39,517 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 35,266 miles

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

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

both sides front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 25 May 2017 29,568 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 22,594 miles

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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S16 TGW is a 2012 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S16 TGW, 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 S16 TGW registered?

S16 TGW is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 24 December 2012.

Is S16 TGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S16 TGW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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