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VE61 GYD

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,075 mi
Last recorded33,075 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 GYD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2026 33,075 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 32,704 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 32,027 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 30,142 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 29,570 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 27,737 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 27,202 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 25,986 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 21,599 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 13,496 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 10,684 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 8,580 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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VE61 GYD is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 VE61 GYD, 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

How do I check the history of VE61 GYD?

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What year was VE61 GYD registered?

VE61 GYD is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 4 January 2012.

Is VE61 GYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 GYD shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE61 GYD have outstanding finance?

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