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GY12 PGK

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

126,361 mi
Last recorded126,361 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 PGK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 126,361 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 15 Oct 2019 126,361 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

o/s/r tyre tread on legal limit [1.6mm] and heavily worn on inner edge and nail in tread and side wall damaged. ADVISE IMMEDIATE REPLACEMENT

Pass 29 Sep 2018 112,068 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 101,343 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 85,432 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 82,401 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 60,194 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

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 PGK is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PGK, 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 PGK registered?

GY12 PGK is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 28 May 2012.

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