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YB12 JCY

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

86,600 mi
Last recorded86,600 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 JCY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 86,600 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 86,600 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2025 83,699 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 80,567 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 77,576 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 77,576 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 74,224 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 74,224 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 64,912 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 63,623 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 56,049 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 46,581 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 36,601 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 19,137 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 19,107 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 14,001 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 JCY 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 YB12 JCY, 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 JCY registered?

YB12 JCY is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is YB12 JCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 JCY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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