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BF12 YPH

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,061 mi
Last recorded109,061 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 YPH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Dec 2025 109,061 miles

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))

Pass 21 Dec 2024 99,874 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 22 Dec 2023 85,583 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2022 75,282 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 66,914 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 59,867 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 49,083 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 39,682 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 31,442 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 22,816 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 16,457 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 15,376 miles

nsf tyre worn smooth outer edge

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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BF12 YPH is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey 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 BF12 YPH, 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 BF12 YPH registered?

BF12 YPH is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is BF12 YPH safe to buy?

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