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AJ12 EWC

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

168,223 mi
Last recorded168,223 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 EWC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 168,223 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 136,684 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 132,875 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front both shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

Nearside Front road wheel slightly damaged

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2020 132,719 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front both shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

Nearside Front road wheel slightly damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 May 2019 115,868 miles

Offside Front door mirror has slight damage

Fail 7 May 2019 115,868 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front door mirror has slight damage

Pass 22 May 2018 106,644 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 106,640 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front lower (front) arm has play in bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2017 97,085 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 86,059 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 68,062 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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AJ12 EWC is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AJ12 EWC, 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 AJ12 EWC registered?

AJ12 EWC is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is AJ12 EWC safe to buy?

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