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SV12 OKP

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,506 mi
Last recorded121,506 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV12 OKP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 121,506 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 109,758 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2024 109,758 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2023 103,018 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 95,883 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 87,659 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 May 2022 87,659 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2021 73,392 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread worn on inner edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2020 63,799 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 52,718 miles

Front Tyres slightly perished

Fail 17 May 2019 52,718 miles

Front Tyres slightly perished

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 39,916 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 22,524 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 13,048 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 4,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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SV12 OKP is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SV12 OKP, 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 SV12 OKP registered?

SV12 OKP is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SV12 OKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV12 OKP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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