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CO07 RYB

2012 BMW 120

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

143,502 mi
Last recorded143,502 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCO07 RYB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 143,502 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 131,920 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 121,606 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 112,792 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 16 Sep 2021 102,669 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 87,506 miles

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Apr 2019 70,381 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 65,231 miles

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

engine bay covers fitted

n/s-o/s outer sill covers fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2017 56,712 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 45,414 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17 rft (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17 rft (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2015 34,960 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 34,960 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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CO07 RYB is a 2012 BMW 120 in Orange with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CO07 RYB, 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 CO07 RYB registered?

CO07 RYB is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is CO07 RYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CO07 RYB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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