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SM12 POJ

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

113,124 mi
Last recorded113,124 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 POJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 113,124 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 112,887 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 97,123 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear axle nearside drive shaft oil seal leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Imbalance to parking brakes with nearside lagging.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread balding towards outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil filler cap missing.

Under trays present impeding inspection.

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 6 Dec 2021 97,123 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Digit/letter spacings incorrect. (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Digit/letter spacings incorrect. (0.1 (d))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear axle nearside drive shaft oil seal leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Imbalance to parking brakes with nearside lagging.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread balding towards outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil filler cap missing.

Under trays present impeding inspection.

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 6 Jan 2021 86,758 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 77,230 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

brake wear warning light on at time of test

Fail 27 Dec 2019 77,203 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

brake wear warning light on at time of test

Pass 27 Nov 2018 61,781 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 61,779 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 46,930 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 46,926 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake discs are lightly lipped on insides.

Front tyres are wearing on edges.

Pass 3 Nov 2016 41,579 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 41,576 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 35,729 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 35,387 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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SM12 POJ is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SM12 POJ, 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.

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What year was SM12 POJ registered?

SM12 POJ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 16 July 2012.

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