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YB61 FFM

2012 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,262 mi
Last recorded104,262 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 FFM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 104,262 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 98,193 miles

Nearside Front brake detector wire damaged

Fail 2 Sep 2024 98,153 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake detector wire damaged

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 83,750 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 75,841 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 69,443 miles

emissions only just met

Pass 14 Sep 2020 62,429 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn almost bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 54,079 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 47,536 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 37,496 miles

Offside Rear tyre out of shape on inner edge.

Offside Rear tyre worn bald and thin on inner edge.

Pass 11 Apr 2016 25,424 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 24,114 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 16,361 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NSF tyre thread cracking

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

OSF tyre thread cracking

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

Fail 31 Jan 2015 16,361 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NSF tyre thread cracking

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

OSF tyre thread cracking

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

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 FFM is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YB61 FFM, 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 YB61 FFM registered?

YB61 FFM is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 3 February 2012.

Is YB61 FFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 FFM 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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