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TC52 BMW

2013 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,360 mi
Last recorded108,360 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTC52 BMW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 108,360 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 108,187 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 96,990 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 86,745 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 1 Mar 2023 86,741 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Feb 2022 76,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 69,092 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 66,395 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 60,624 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged bulge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 12 Mar 2018 55,243 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 48,796 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 40,163 miles

Engine covers & Undertrays fitted

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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TC52 BMW is a 2013 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 65,625 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 TC52 BMW, 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 13 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was TC52 BMW registered?

TC52 BMW is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 8 March 2013.

Is TC52 BMW safe to buy?

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