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LM12 YLZ

2012 BMW 123

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,766 mi
Last recorded58,766 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 12365,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 YLZ
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2023 58,766 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 55,983 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 53,398 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 49,046 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 46,241 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under covers fitted, engine covers fitted.

Pass 5 May 2017 42,975 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted.

Pass 25 Apr 2016 39,693 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 33,478 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 May 2015 33,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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LM12 YLZ is a 2012 BMW 123 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 65,964 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM12 YLZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 123 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM12 YLZ registered?

LM12 YLZ is a 2012 BMW 123, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is LM12 YLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM12 YLZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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