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YH62 HYL

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,766 mi
Last recorded148,766 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH62 HYL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2025 148,766 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 135,147 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 120,013 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 98,426 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 87,027 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 80,483 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 72,370 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 63,874 miles

Nearside front tyre low on the outer edge and outer sidewall weak

Pass 12 Aug 2015 46,255 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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YH62 HYL is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YH62 HYL, 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 YH62 HYL registered?

YH62 HYL is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is YH62 HYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH62 HYL shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YH62 HYL have outstanding finance?

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