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GY12 YHP

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,712 mi
Last recorded139,712 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 YHP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 139,712 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 124,256 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 110,247 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 95,741 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Fail 30 Apr 2016 95,310 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 5 May 2015 74,564 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 YHP is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YHP, 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 YHP registered?

GY12 YHP is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is GY12 YHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY12 YHP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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