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AJ12 XAW

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

164,948 mi
Last recorded164,948 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 XAW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 164,948 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 154,403 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 154,369 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2021 142,309 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 142,309 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 134,161 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 112,843 miles

Nearside Front caliper retaining clip missing

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump stop perished (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front tyres tearing the treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))

rear parking brake requires attention

Pass 25 May 2018 90,688 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 68,532 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 48,980 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 29,216 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 XAW is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AJ12 XAW, 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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AJ12 XAW is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 28 July 2012.

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