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YK12 UTX

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

113,928 mi
Last recorded113,928 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 UTX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 113,928 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 107,817 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 97,400 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 97,387 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2021 87,764 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 76,334 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 70,280 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 61,929 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 53,081 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 44,179 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 UTX is a 2012 BMW 120 in White 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 UTX, 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 UTX?

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What year was YK12 UTX registered?

YK12 UTX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is YK12 UTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 UTX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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