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LP62 YAW

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

50,479 mi
Last recorded50,479 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP62 YAW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 50,479 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 35,297 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 35,296 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 34,489 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted---

Pass 17 Aug 2022 31,315 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 27,177 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 24,863 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 19,956 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 16,201 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 13,485 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 11,099 miles

emissions test carried out - results to low to record and produce printout

Pass 21 Aug 2015 8,739 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LP62 YAW is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black 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 LP62 YAW, 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 LP62 YAW registered?

LP62 YAW is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is LP62 YAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP62 YAW 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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