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YB61 EJF

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

70,225 mi
Last recorded70,225 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 EJF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 70,225 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 70,225 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 63,442 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 63,442 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 57,317 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Jun 2021 51,744 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 47,158 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 6 Aug 2019 43,316 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 39,651 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 39,651 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 38,093 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 34,792 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 31,395 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 25,945 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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YB61 EJF is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YB61 EJF, 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

How do I check the history of YB61 EJF?

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What year was YB61 EJF registered?

YB61 EJF is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is YB61 EJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 EJF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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