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HY12 KWE

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

97,630 mi
Last recorded97,630 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 KWE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 97,630 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 92,811 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 87,708 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2022 84,189 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2022 84,020 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 75,350 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 62,119 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 61,043 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 29 Mar 2018 57,273 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 53,887 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 44,099 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 39,013 miles

both front tyres worn low on edges

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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HY12 KWE is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel 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 HY12 KWE, 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 HY12 KWE registered?

HY12 KWE is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is HY12 KWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY12 KWE 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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