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PX12 YFM

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

132,181 mi
Last recorded132,181 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX12 YFM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 132,181 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 125,271 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 3 Jun 2021 106,452 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 95,397 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Oct 2019 94,029 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 28 Oct 2019 94,029 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both front (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Jul 2018 85,563 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 75,458 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 75,458 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 65,433 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 65,433 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 47,691 miles

wiper blades poor at cleaning screen

Fail 21 Apr 2015 47,691 miles

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

wiper blades poor at cleaning screen

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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PX12 YFM is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PX12 YFM, 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 PX12 YFM registered?

PX12 YFM is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is PX12 YFM safe to buy?

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