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VK12 LKZ

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

151,108 mi
Last recorded151,108 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 LKZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 151,108 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2026 151,033 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 135,786 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2024 120,633 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 115,992 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 101,422 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 99,446 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 98,069 miles

Covers fitted unable to test some testable items,

Pass 12 Apr 2019 87,861 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 79,574 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge, (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 68,393 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 54,927 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 41,332 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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VK12 LKZ is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VK12 LKZ, 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 VK12 LKZ registered?

VK12 LKZ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 13 April 2012.

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