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WX61 PTU

2012 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,576 mi
Last recorded64,576 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX61 PTU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 64,576 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 64,576 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 51,421 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 51,421 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 51,400 miles

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

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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WX61 PTU is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WX61 PTU, 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

How do I check the history of WX61 PTU?

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What year was WX61 PTU registered?

WX61 PTU is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 1 December 2012.

Is WX61 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX61 PTU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WX61 PTU have outstanding finance?

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