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AX12 HGD

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

136,399 mi
Last recorded136,399 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 HGD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 136,399 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 130,320 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 117,357 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 109,850 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 104,621 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 97,312 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2019 97,312 miles

Chip in windscreen

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2018 80,577 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 60,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 39,474 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 36,407 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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AX12 HGD 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 90.9%.

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 AX12 HGD, 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 AX12 HGD registered?

AX12 HGD is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is AX12 HGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX12 HGD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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