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AO12 YCD

2012 BMW 120

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,553 mi
Last recorded94,553 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 YCD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 94,553 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 91,711 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 89,837 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 86,423 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 85,211 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 82,977 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2021 82,976 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 81,514 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has a cut on sidewall but not showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 18 Sep 2019 81,503 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has a cut on sidewall but not showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Sep 2018 80,150 miles

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 76,154 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 62,793 miles

both front tyres are worn on inner and outter edges

Pass 5 Jun 2015 46,982 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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AO12 YCD is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AO12 YCD, 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 AO12 YCD registered?

AO12 YCD is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 19 June 2012.

Is AO12 YCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 YCD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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