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S900 NJR

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,154 mi
Last recorded48,154 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS900 NJR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 48,154 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 48,153 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 45,618 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 42,537 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2023 42,535 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn inner edge - 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2022 39,844 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn inner edge - close to allowed limit - advise change soon (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 36,969 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 33,088 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 33,088 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 32,576 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2019 29,284 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 25,995 miles

N/S/R tyre worn on inner edge.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 19 May 2018 25,995 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/S/R tyre worn on inner edge.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 May 2017 21,636 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 16,896 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 13,311 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/s/f tyre is not a runflat tyre

Unable to fully inspect both rear seat belts due to child seats fitted

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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S900 NJR is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S900 NJR, 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 S900 NJR registered?

S900 NJR is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is S900 NJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S900 NJR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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