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Y8 TUD

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

41,889 mi
Last recorded41,889 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY8 TUD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 41,889 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 38,813 miles

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 36,173 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 Sep 2021 34,799 miles

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

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 11 Aug 2020 32,965 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 30,324 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 20,703 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 19,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 to 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 9,061 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 8,623 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 6,401 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 4,664 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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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Y8 TUD 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 Y8 TUD, 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.

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What year was Y8 TUD registered?

Y8 TUD is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is Y8 TUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y8 TUD 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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