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YE62 BZX

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

134,692 mi
Last recorded134,692 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE62 BZX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 134,692 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2025 130,729 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 118,879 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 110,815 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 110,815 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2022 99,459 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 87,619 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Jun 2020 80,378 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 69,841 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 59,711 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 245/35/18 runflat (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 49,391 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 37,926 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 31,495 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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YE62 BZX is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YE62 BZX, 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 YE62 BZX?

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What year was YE62 BZX registered?

YE62 BZX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is YE62 BZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE62 BZX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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