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BK12 HYZ

2012 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

141,611 mi
Last recorded141,611 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 HYZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 141,611 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 141,611 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 139,465 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 138,026 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 136,181 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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 122,797 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 17 Sep 2020 122,797 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Sep 2019 108,017 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 7 Sep 2019 107,979 miles

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

N/S/F & N/S/R jacking pads missing.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 88,414 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 88,414 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs worn. Replacement advised.

Pass 11 Apr 2017 74,590 miles

Central Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 62,690 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 51,636 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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BK12 HYZ is a 2012 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK12 HYZ, 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 BK12 HYZ registered?

BK12 HYZ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 13 April 2012.

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