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YF12 VML

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,964 mi
Last recorded41,964 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 VML
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 41,964 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

pad light on dash pads ok

Fail 31 Oct 2023 41,883 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault light on dash (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

pad light on dash pads ok

Pass 19 Oct 2022 38,707 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 36,230 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 34,011 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 28 Oct 2019 31,347 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 28,389 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 25,823 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 22,542 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 20,079 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 18,897 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 18,897 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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)

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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YF12 VML is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YF12 VML, 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 YF12 VML registered?

YF12 VML is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 23 June 2012.

Is YF12 VML safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF12 VML shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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