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YB12 HHV

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,446 mi
Last recorded88,446 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 HHV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 88,446 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 84,615 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 78,999 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 78,995 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 69,556 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 63,902 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 63,902 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 58,957 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 58,957 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 55,132 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 47,654 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 39,338 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 35,402 miles

Front brake discs worn

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

bonnet difficult to open

Pass 29 Jun 2016 28,754 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 20,139 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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YB12 HHV is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black 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 YB12 HHV, 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 YB12 HHV registered?

YB12 HHV is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is YB12 HHV safe to buy?

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