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YA12 YJC

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

87,707 mi
Last recorded87,707 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA12 YJC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 87,707 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s+o/s front tyres edges (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s+o/s rear tyres edges warn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 79,380 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 79,380 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 68,061 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 67,505 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 61,296 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 61,296 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 53,614 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 53,614 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 46,807 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 40,264 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges.

Pass 5 Jun 2018 33,478 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 34,942 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 32,356 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 28,098 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 23,933 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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YA12 YJC is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YJC, 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 YJC registered?

YA12 YJC is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 22 August 2012.

Is YA12 YJC safe to buy?

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