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HY12 XPJ

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,566 mi
Last recorded48,566 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 XPJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2025 48,566 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))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 44,414 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 40,487 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 36,482 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 33,790 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 32,552 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 29,009 miles

Offside Front Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 25,668 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn low outer edge

Pass 23 Feb 2017 21,886 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 18,059 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 12,193 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

small stone chips front windscreen.

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 XPJ is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 HY12 XPJ, 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 XPJ registered?

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

Is HY12 XPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY12 XPJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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