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CP12 DSU

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,973 mi
Last recorded15,973 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP12 DSU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Jan 2026 15,973 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 89,736 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 83,456 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 77,781 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 71,335 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Nov 2020 61,494 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 47,400 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 45,935 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 42,918 miles

o/s/r tyre 2mm treads left

o/s/r tyre treads cracks/treads cuts/2 nails/pins

o/s/r tyre very heavy inner treads wear

Pass 17 Jun 2017 39,790 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2016 35,597 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 26,799 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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CP12 DSU is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CP12 DSU, 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 CP12 DSU registered?

CP12 DSU is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is CP12 DSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP12 DSU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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