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AB12 COW

2014 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,552 mi
Last recorded142,552 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 2014 BMW 12065,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB12 COW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 142,552 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 142,552 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 125,010 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 107,116 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 73,067 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 42,176 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 12,012 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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AB12 COW is a 2014 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2014 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 65,740 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 AB12 COW, 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 12 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 AB12 COW registered?

AB12 COW is a 2014 BMW 120, first registered on 2 June 2014.

Is AB12 COW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB12 COW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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