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YK12 NFF

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

87,053 mi
Last recorded87,053 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 87,053 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2025 79,379 miles

engine covers / under trays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2024 75,348 miles

engine covers / under trays fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2023 70,346 miles

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2022 62,679 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2022 62,679 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 59,949 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge.

Front wipers smearing.

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

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 4 Feb 2020 57,142 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Feb 2020 57,142 miles

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

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))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 52,014 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 45,221 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 36,082 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 21,374 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 20,894 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 17,360 miles

Both front tyre's cracking inbetween tread but no ply cord's exposed.

Fail 20 Feb 2015 17,360 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Both front tyre's cracking inbetween tread but no ply cord's exposed.

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 NFF is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NFF, 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 NFF registered?

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

Is YK12 NFF safe to buy?

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