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HJ12 YEC

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,173 mi
Last recorded44,173 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 YEC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2026 44,173 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 Jul 2025 42,775 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 19 Jul 2024 40,880 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Jul 2023 39,060 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 19 Jul 2022 37,037 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 29,220 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 Jul 2020 26,685 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 10 Apr 2019 24,102 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Apr 2018 19,445 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 May 2017 15,009 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both nearside and offside fronts (4.1.E.1)

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Nov 2016 14,593 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 8,527 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 3,117 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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HJ12 YEC is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HJ12 YEC, 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 HJ12 YEC registered?

HJ12 YEC is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is HJ12 YEC safe to buy?

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