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YE12 MXJ

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

132,726 mi
Last recorded132,726 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 MXJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 132,726 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 132,726 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 121,569 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 117,365 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2019 117,365 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 110,270 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 101,062 miles

All four valve stems deterioration cracking.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener on interior mirror. ()

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. hand brake higher reading not locked. (3.7.B.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine cover and under trays fitted also outer sill covers and inner arch covers fitted.

very low Emissions, not picked up on test.

Fail 18 Jan 2017 101,062 miles

All four valve stems deterioration cracking.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener on interior mirror. ()

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. hand brake higher reading not locked. (3.7.B.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine cover and under trays fitted also outer sill covers and inner arch covers fitted.

very low Emissions, not picked up on test.

Pass 22 Jan 2016 89,783 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2015 74,881 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 MXJ is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 MXJ, 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 MXJ registered?

YE12 MXJ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is YE12 MXJ safe to buy?

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