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YK62 SOA

2012 BMW 120

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,496 mi
Last recorded121,496 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 SOA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 121,496 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Jul 2025 116,173 miles

Nearside Front Wing mirror damage

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

Fail 8 Jul 2025 116,173 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wing mirror damage

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 108,944 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 108,944 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 105,540 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 99,013 miles

Offside Front front daytime running light not working

manufactures covers and under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle

Pass 21 May 2021 88,609 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output slight misting but beam ok (4.1.4 (b))

manufactures under tray and covers fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 16 Jun 2020 81,676 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 81,636 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Inner wheel buckled

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

Pass 23 Jan 2019 64,651 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 52,264 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 52,186 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 41,309 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 26,583 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 10,230 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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YK62 SOA is a 2012 BMW 120 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK62 SOA, 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 YK62 SOA registered?

YK62 SOA is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is YK62 SOA safe to buy?

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