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SW12 GCV

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

116,878 mi
Last recorded116,878 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW12 GCV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 116,878 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 109,314 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 103,967 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 94,925 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 89,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing slightly on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 84,987 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 84,986 miles

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 77,984 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 64,161 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 578,964 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 51,637 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 44,792 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

undertrays fitted

Fail 21 Jun 2016 44,792 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2015 37,955 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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SW12 GCV is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SW12 GCV, 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 SW12 GCV registered?

SW12 GCV is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is SW12 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW12 GCV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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