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V7 DNG

2012 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,333 mi
Last recorded48,333 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV7 DNG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 48,333 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 46,479 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 43,992 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 41,621 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 39,501 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 37,922 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 35,331 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 31,315 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 28,197 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 24,059 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 18,852 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 18,852 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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V7 DNG is a 2012 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 V7 DNG, 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 V7 DNG registered?

V7 DNG is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is V7 DNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V7 DNG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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