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YN12 MWM

2012 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,304 mi
Last recorded43,304 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN12 MWM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 43,304 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Jun 2018 34,890 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 34,595 miles

Child seat fitted to nearside rear seat belt, obstructing full inspection of this belt.

Outer body sills - inspections limited because of covers.

Tyres on front and rear axles are different sizes.

Under bonnet and under vehicle inspections SERIOUSLY limited because of covers.

Pass 28 Feb 2017 32,097 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit JUST LEGAL (4.1.E.1)

Outer body sills - inspection limited because of covers.

Tyres on front and rear axles are different sizes.

Under bonnet and under vehicle inspections SERIOUSLY limited because of covers.

Fail 28 Feb 2017 32,097 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit JUST LEGAL (4.1.E.1)

Outer body sills - inspection limited because of covers.

Tyres on front and rear axles are different sizes.

Under bonnet and under vehicle inspections SERIOUSLY limited because of covers.

Pass 26 Feb 2016 29,330 miles

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

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

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

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

Outer body sills - inspection limited because of covers.

Tyres on front and rear axles are different sizes.

Under bonnet and under vehicle inspections SERIOUSLY limited because of covers.

Pass 30 Mar 2015 27,106 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YN12 MWM is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 YN12 MWM, 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.

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What year was YN12 MWM registered?

YN12 MWM is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is YN12 MWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN12 MWM shows 7 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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