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A3 EFP

2012 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,605 mi
Last recorded71,605 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 EFP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 71,605 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Sep 2024 70,320 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 68,632 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2023 68,625 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 66,736 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 64,284 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 62,062 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 60,053 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 56,651 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 51,220 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 47,112 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 42,579 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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A3 EFP 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 A3 EFP, 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.

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What year was A3 EFP registered?

A3 EFP is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is A3 EFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 EFP 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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