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YK12 RZM

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,743 mi
Last recorded92,743 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 92,743 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 88,783 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Engine undertray damaged

Nearside Front Fog light loose

Nearside Front Lower Bumper corner damaged

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 79,913 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Nearside Front fog light insecure

engine undertray slightly damaged

Fail 7 Aug 2023 79,913 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Nearside Front fog light insecure

engine undertray slightly damaged

Pass 23 Aug 2022 73,167 miles

Nearside Front fog light inop

Pass 17 Aug 2021 65,617 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 58,391 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Pass 28 Aug 2019 49,137 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 43,826 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 34,130 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 27,047 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 20,799 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2016 20,703 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 15,942 miles

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 RZM is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black 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 RZM, 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 RZM registered?

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

Is YK12 RZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 RZM 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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