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TE51 MKE

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

122,842 mi
Last recorded122,842 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTE51 MKE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 122,842 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 110,777 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jun 2025 110,777 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 103,244 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 102,472 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 102,472 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 95,565 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 92,147 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 87,781 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 83,535 miles

under body cover fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 16 Mar 2020 83,535 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under body cover fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 8 Apr 2019 76,556 miles

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

under body cover fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 26 Mar 2018 67,534 miles

under body tray fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 22 Mar 2017 59,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2016 51,918 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 42,197 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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TE51 MKE is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 TE51 MKE, 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 TE51 MKE registered?

TE51 MKE is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is TE51 MKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for TE51 MKE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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