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YF12 YTO

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,863 mi
Last recorded113,863 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 YTO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 113,863 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2024 113,863 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 110,039 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 7 Mar 2023 110,039 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2022 99,707 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 76,270 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 60,099 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 52,652 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 39,156 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 30,912 miles

smoke test too clean to read.

Fail 6 May 2015 30,912 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

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

smoke test too clean to read.

vehicle on winter tyres.

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 YTO is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 YF12 YTO, 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 YF12 YTO registered?

YF12 YTO is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is YF12 YTO safe to buy?

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