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NL12 YSP

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,277 mi
Last recorded85,277 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL12 YSP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 85,277 miles

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 14 Feb 2025 69,274 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REAR (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

deep cut to offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Feb 2024 56,333 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REAR (4.4.3 (a))

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

Pass 9 Feb 2023 43,994 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Feb 2023 43,994 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Blocked (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 32,404 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 21,594 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 19,650 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 17,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205 50 17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 14,933 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 12,103 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 9,828 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 7,378 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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NL12 YSP 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 92.3%.

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 NL12 YSP, 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 NL12 YSP registered?

NL12 YSP is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is NL12 YSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL12 YSP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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