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VE12 UWF

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,341 mi
Last recorded101,341 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 UWF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 101,341 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 95,346 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2023 84,192 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 76,737 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 65,321 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 65,267 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 56,002 miles

Front Washers weak

Nearside Rear Brake pipe starting to blister

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 47,522 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2019 47,522 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended trapped in roof mechanism (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 40,663 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 32,562 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 26,634 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 22,085 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 22,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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VE12 UWF 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 VE12 UWF, 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 VE12 UWF registered?

VE12 UWF is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is VE12 UWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE12 UWF 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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