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A25 SDP

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

102,076 mi
Last recorded102,076 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA25 SDP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 102,076 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 92,995 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2024 92,994 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2023 86,214 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 78,729 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 65,568 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 52,219 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 39,993 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 24,896 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 23,359 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 20,742 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 18,001 miles

top and bottom protection covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Mar 2015 14,957 miles

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

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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A25 SDP 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 A25 SDP, 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 A25 SDP registered?

A25 SDP is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is A25 SDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A25 SDP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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