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Y60 BSM

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

162,973 mi
Last recorded162,973 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY60 BSM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 162,973 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 154,755 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 143,447 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 135,083 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 128,244 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 122,651 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Outside of swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 118,405 miles

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

under trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 30 Sep 2020 118,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

under trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 28 Sep 2019 113,073 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 106,295 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 106,295 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 100,490 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 93,525 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 74,794 miles

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

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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Y60 BSM is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y60 BSM, 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 Y60 BSM registered?

Y60 BSM is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is Y60 BSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y60 BSM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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