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SAZ 2877

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,138 mi
Last recorded101,138 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAZ 2877
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 101,138 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 96,133 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 91,335 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer, 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 87,774 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit 1.6mm. bald inner.205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 82,704 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dust cover split (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dust cover split (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2021 76,124 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 71,383 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner tie rod ()

Pass 26 Jan 2019 61,237 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 52,319 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 43,004 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 33,834 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 33,834 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 33,815 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 33,781 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 33,781 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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SAZ 2877 is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SAZ 2877, 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 SAZ 2877 registered?

SAZ 2877 is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 13 October 2012.

Is SAZ 2877 safe to buy?

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