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CY12 AYS

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

107,107 mi
Last recorded107,107 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY12 AYS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 107,107 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 103,048 miles

Nearside Front daytime running lamp not working

Nearside Front head light has condensation

Pass 7 Nov 2023 98,852 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2023 98,852 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 91,855 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 83,665 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 76,247 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 67,325 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 67,325 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018 59,600 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 59,600 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2017 50,308 miles

engine cover/under tray fitted obstructing some component check.

Pass 27 Apr 2016 42,402 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 32,728 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge.

offside front tyre worn on 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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CY12 AYS is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 CY12 AYS, 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 CY12 AYS registered?

CY12 AYS is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 14 May 2012.

Is CY12 AYS safe to buy?

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