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YE12 MBF

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,681 mi
Last recorded100,681 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 MBF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 100,681 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 100,681 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 94,205 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 90,122 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 76,655 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 68,048 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 61,420 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded under plastic covering (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded under plastic covering (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 54,726 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 46,957 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 39,329 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 32,581 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 25,815 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 May 2015 21,276 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 May 2015 21,264 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 MBF is a 2012 BMW 120 in White 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 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 MBF, 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 YE12 MBF registered?

YE12 MBF is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 17 May 2012.

Is YE12 MBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE12 MBF 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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