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GY12 FLP

2012 BMW 120

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,596 mi
Last recorded45,596 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 FLP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 45,596 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slight lip. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 45,295 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 44,536 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 43,690 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 40,334 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 35,620 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2019 34,210 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 28,076 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 18,831 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 14,704 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 10,514 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 10,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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GY12 FLP is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc petrol 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 GY12 FLP, 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 GY12 FLP registered?

GY12 FLP is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is GY12 FLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY12 FLP 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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