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GY12 XAK

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

76,572 mi
Last recorded76,572 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 XAK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 76,572 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 71,612 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 69,193 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 66,924 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 64,135 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 62,011 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air Freshener ()

Nearside Rear Item left on rear seat preventing inspection of rear seat belt.

Pass 7 May 2019 52,410 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2018 46,522 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2018 46,514 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 4 May 2017 38,102 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)

o/s/f tyre wearing on both shoulders

Pass 9 May 2016 25,960 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 15,025 miles

trigger point not met

Pass 24 Feb 2015 14,999 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Plastic sills fitted.

Trigger point not met.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 XAK is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XAK, 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 XAK registered?

GY12 XAK is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 16 June 2012.

Is GY12 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY12 XAK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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