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EY12 KPN

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,534 mi
Last recorded114,534 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY12 KPN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 114,534 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 109,188 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))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 109,188 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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 30 Nov 2022 102,725 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 97,898 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 94,214 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 94,214 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 89,790 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inbetween treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 81,229 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 70,314 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 60,166 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

both rear tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 7 Mar 2016 51,688 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2015 42,166 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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EY12 KPN is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 EY12 KPN, 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 EY12 KPN registered?

EY12 KPN is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is EY12 KPN safe to buy?

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