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YB61 BXU

2012 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,437 mi
Last recorded117,437 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12365,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 BXU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 117,437 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective Bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 116,514 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2024 113,544 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 19 Jan 2024 113,544 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Jan 2023 107,985 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 107,983 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 94,802 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 82,456 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 72,989 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 53,125 miles

Under body covering fitted, restricting inspection of some components

Pass 17 Jan 2018 36,916 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 30,613 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 23,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner and outer edge 2154018 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 2453518 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2015 17,203 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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YB61 BXU is a 2012 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 65,964 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB61 BXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 123 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YB61 BXU?

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What year was YB61 BXU registered?

YB61 BXU is a 2012 BMW 123, first registered on 18 January 2012.

Is YB61 BXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 BXU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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