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YE12 LNG

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

175,188 mi
Last recorded175,188 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 LNG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 175,188 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2026 175,017 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 164,345 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 153,177 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 137,626 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 127,557 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 127,263 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 105,702 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2018 88,578 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 69,423 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 69,423 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 52,201 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 39,190 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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YE12 LNG is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YE12 LNG, 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 YE12 LNG?

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What year was YE12 LNG registered?

YE12 LNG is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is YE12 LNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE12 LNG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YE12 LNG have outstanding finance?

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