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SW62 XPV

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

174,962 mi
Last recorded174,962 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW62 XPV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 174,962 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 1 Aug 2026 174,510 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2025 158,886 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 158,827 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 152,139 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2024 152,131 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2024 152,118 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2024 152,089 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 139,062 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing outer edge

Fail 22 Jun 2023 139,053 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 25 May 2022 127,248 miles

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

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

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive from rear differential seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 116,964 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) steering arm.

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2021 116,664 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) steering arm.

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 104,697 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 95,994 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 95,994 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 90,243 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 16 May 2018 90,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 May 2017 74,680 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 60,270 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 45,803 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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SW62 XPV is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SW62 XPV, 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 SW62 XPV registered?

SW62 XPV is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is SW62 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW62 XPV shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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