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YK12 NTM

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

143,827 mi
Last recorded143,827 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 143,827 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 136,425 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Dec 2020 130,854 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Jan 2020 126,189 miles

Offside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 118,554 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 18 Jan 2018 105,923 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 105,916 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 89,735 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 69,851 miles

Item Removed From Drivers View Prior To Test

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 50,874 miles

front tyres low on edge

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 NTM is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NTM, 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 NTM registered?

YK12 NTM is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is YK12 NTM safe to buy?

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