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YK12 LUP

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

106,131 mi
Last recorded106,131 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 LUP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 106,131 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 98,913 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 90,283 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 83,018 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 83,014 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 75,632 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2022 75,627 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 70,102 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 68,549 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 2019 62,141 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 48,347 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 41,184 miles

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

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

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection on suspension components

Pass 1 Apr 2016 30,594 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 21,877 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YK12 LUP is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey 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 YK12 LUP, 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

How do I check the history of YK12 LUP?

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What year was YK12 LUP registered?

YK12 LUP is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is YK12 LUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 LUP 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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