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YA12 XUF

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,033 mi
Last recorded126,033 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA12 XUF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 126,033 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 126,032 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 120,289 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively STRONG ADVISE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) STRONG ADVISE ()

Fail 4 Apr 2025 120,289 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively STRONG ADVISE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) STRONG ADVISE ()

Pass 4 Apr 2024 115,108 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Mar 2023 106,211 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 106,211 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Arch liner (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 89,132 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 72,234 miles

Front Tyres starting to perish and wear on edges

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Mar 2020 66,942 miles

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

Small chip in windscreen

Tyre starting to perish

Pass 27 Mar 2019 58,187 miles

Small chip in windscreen

Pass 27 Mar 2018 46,654 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 39,632 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 32,627 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 21,523 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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YA12 XUF is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YA12 XUF, 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 YA12 XUF registered?

YA12 XUF is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 9 August 2012.

Is YA12 XUF safe to buy?

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