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YK12 LPF

2012 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,675 mi
Last recorded117,675 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 LPF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 117,675 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 103,327 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2025 103,327 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 93,160 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 93,160 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 75,654 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 75,567 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 25 May 2022 62,731 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2021 53,236 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 45,187 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 45,124 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 8 May 2019 31,906 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 28,880 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 25,040 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 19,471 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 13,164 miles

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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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YK12 LPF is a 2012 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YK12 LPF, 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 YK12 LPF registered?

YK12 LPF is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is YK12 LPF safe to buy?

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