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YF12 ZDT

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,628 mi
Last recorded134,628 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 ZDT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2024 134,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front and centre there is a noise but difficult to pin point due to under trays fitted

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Jan 2023 128,463 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 123,745 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 114,265 miles

front brake discs worn

os handbrake efficiency slight low osr

osf tyre wearing on shoulders

rear wiper split

Pass 4 Feb 2020 110,093 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 110,093 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2019 103,280 miles

nsf abs wires and brake sensor wire insecure

nsf tyre wearing on shoulders

osr tyre wearing inner shoulder

rear wiper split

Pass 10 Feb 2018 96,351 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 96,351 miles

Rear brake disc modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 84,945 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 83,750 miles

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)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 74,360 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 62,527 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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YF12 ZDT is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ZDT, 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 ZDT registered?

YF12 ZDT is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 5 July 2012.

Is YF12 ZDT safe to buy?

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