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SNZ 1439

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

129,015 mi
Last recorded129,015 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNZ 1439
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 129,015 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 122,925 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 115,450 miles

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

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2020 107,521 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 98,643 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

sills not checked as plastick covers

Fail 28 Sep 2019 98,643 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

sills not checked as plastick covers

Pass 17 Sep 2018 79,857 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 79,841 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2017 60,580 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and wearing outside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 31,668 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 31,668 miles

Nearside Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 30,108 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 30,108 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

cut in n/s/f tyre sidewall

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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SNZ 1439 is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SNZ 1439, 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 SNZ 1439?

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What year was SNZ 1439 registered?

SNZ 1439 is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is SNZ 1439 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNZ 1439 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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