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YK12 NBM

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

128,723 mi
Last recorded128,723 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 NBM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 128,723 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush strut top (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 122,287 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 117,103 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 108,681 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear faded (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on the outer tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 95,073 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 95,073 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 83,780 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 70,906 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 17 Jun 2019 70,906 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 11 Jun 2018 61,589 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 49,713 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)

engine under tray/sill covers fitted obscuring view

Pass 1 Jun 2016 35,933 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 19,940 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres cracked and perrished

both front tyres worn on edges

both rear tyres cracked and perrished

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 NBM is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 NBM, 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 NBM registered?

YK12 NBM is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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