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YHZ 3051

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,073 mi
Last recorded137,073 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHZ 3051
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 137,073 miles

HANDBRAKE ONLY JUST MEETING REQUIREMENTS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also shouldering (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

REAR SUBFRAME SURFACE RUSTED

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.1.4 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 131,904 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL FERRULES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

HEAVY CORROSSION TO SUBFRAMES AND SUSPENSION

Offside Rear BRAKE DISC HAS NARROWCONTACT AREA BUT STILL GIVING GOOD READING

STEERING NOISY ON LOCK TO LOCK TEST BUT NO PLAY FOUND

Pass 29 Jan 2024 128,545 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2024 128,474 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 125,079 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 122,936 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Jan 2022 122,936 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2014 40,460 miles

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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YHZ 3051 is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YHZ 3051, 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 YHZ 3051 registered?

YHZ 3051 is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 7 January 2012.

Is YHZ 3051 safe to buy?

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