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YE12 LZA

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

160,557 mi
Last recorded160,557 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 LZA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 160,557 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/f daytime running light inop

Fail 13 Dec 2022 160,557 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/f daytime running light inop

Pass 8 Dec 2021 137,864 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 112,774 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 93,645 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 82,660 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 71,456 miles

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

under trays fitted nsf tyre outer edge wearing thin

Pass 4 May 2016 56,627 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 42,222 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 LZA is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 YE12 LZA, 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.

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What year was YE12 LZA registered?

YE12 LZA is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is YE12 LZA safe to buy?

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