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YG12 TCJ

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,394 mi
Last recorded96,394 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 TCJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 96,394 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 89,329 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 84,827 miles

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 28 Feb 2024 84,827 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Feb 2023 79,036 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 74,748 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Fail 23 Feb 2022 74,748 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 3 Mar 2021 71,113 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 64,282 miles

Front both tyres worn on outer edges

Rear brake pads wearing low

engine vibration at idle

Pass 30 Mar 2019 59,801 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 53,866 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all jacking point plastic feet are damaged

Pass 16 Mar 2017 45,312 miles

Offside Front tyre tread wearing on outer edge

covers & under-trays fitted obscuring some components

headlamp switch does not operate dipped lamps in the 'permanently on' position but do operate in the 'automatic' position.

Pass 10 Mar 2016 35,698 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 25,317 miles

Both rear tyres cracking tread area

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YG12 TCJ is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YG12 TCJ, 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 YG12 TCJ registered?

YG12 TCJ is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is YG12 TCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 TCJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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